On November 24, 2025, Rajasthan experienced intense cold wave conditions, with Fatehpur (Sikar district) recording the lowest temperature of 5.8°C, followed by Lunkaransar (Bikaner) at 6.6°C and Churu at 7.8°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued Yellow Alert cold wave warnings for districts including Ajmer, Jhunjhunu, Kota, Sikar, and Tonk. The unusually early and sharp drop in temperatures — described as record-breaking for November — was attributed to cold north-westerly winds from the Himalayan region, clear skies facilitating rapid radiative cooling at night, and the absence of western disturbances. Cold waves in Rajasthan are caused by continental polar air masses moving southward from Central Asia through the Thar Desert corridor. Rajasthan's geography — largely arid and semi-arid — makes it prone to extreme temperature swings: scorching summers above 48°C and severe winters below 0°C in some areas. The cold wave affects agricultural operations (rabi crop sowing — mustard, wheat, gram), livestock health, and the vulnerable homeless and migratory worker populations. Rajasthan's Disaster Management Authority issues advisories for kisan (farmer) protection and maintains shelters (rain baseras) in urban areas during cold wave periods.
Rajasthan Records Intense Cold Wave; Fatehpur Records 5.8°C as Winter Sets In
On November 24, 2025, Rajasthan experienced intense cold wave conditions, with Fatehpur (Sikar district) recording the lowest temperature of 5.8°C, followed by Lunkaransar (Bikaner) at 6.6°C and Churu at 7.8°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued Yellow Alert cold wave warnings for districts including Ajmer, Jhunjhunu, Kota, Sikar, and Tonk. The unusually early and sharp drop in temperatures — described as record-breaking for November — was attributed to cold north-westerly winds from the Himalayan region, clear skies facilitating rapid radiative cooling at night, and the absence of western disturbances. Cold waves in Rajasthan are caused by continental polar air masses moving southward from Central Asia through the Thar Desert corridor. Rajasthan's geography — largely arid and semi-arid — makes it prone to extreme temperature swings: scorching summers above 48°C and severe winters below 0°C in some areas. The cold wave affects agricultural operations (rabi crop sowing — mustard, wheat, gram), livestock health, and the vulnerable homeless and migratory worker populations. Rajasthan's Disaster Management Authority issues advisories for kisan (farmer) protection and maintains shelters (rain baseras) in urban areas during cold wave periods.
Key facts
- Fatehpur (Sikar) recorded 5.8°C as Rajasthan experienced intense cold wave on November 24.
- IMD issued Yellow Alert cold wave warnings for Ajmer, Jhunjhunu, Kota, Sikar, and Tonk.
- Cold waves are caused by continental polar air masses from Central Asia through Thar corridor.
- The early sharp drop was attributed to cold north-westerly winds and absence of western disturbances.
- Cold wave impacts rabi crop sowing (mustard, wheat, gram) and livestock health.
- Rajasthan's disaster authority maintains rain baseras and issues farmer protection advisories.
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Which department issued Yellow Alert cold wave warnings for districts including Ajmer and Sikar in Rajasthan in November 2025?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued Yellow Alert cold wave warnings for districts including Ajmer, Jhunjhunu, Kota, Sikar, and Tonk during the November 2025 cold wave in Rajasthan.
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Which district recorded the lowest temperature during Rajasthan's cold wave on November 24, 2025?
Fatehpur in Sikar district recorded the lowest temperature of 5.8°C during Rajasthan's intense cold wave on November 24, 2025, followed by Lunkaransar (Bikaner) at 6.6°C and Churu at 7.8°C.
For which districts did IMD issue Yellow Alert cold wave warnings during Rajasthan's November 2025 cold wave?
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued Yellow Alert cold wave warnings for Ajmer, Jhunjhunu, Kota, Sikar, and Tonk districts during Rajasthan's intense cold wave of November 24, 2025.
What causes cold waves in Rajasthan and what weather factors were responsible for the November 2025 cold wave?
Cold waves in Rajasthan are caused by continental polar air masses from Central Asia passing through the Thar corridor. The November 2025 cold wave was specifically attributed to cold north-westerly winds from the Himalayan region, clear skies enabling radiation cooling at night, and the absence of western disturbances.
How does a cold wave affect agriculture and rabi crops in Rajasthan?
Cold waves during November-December affect rabi crop sowing operations, particularly mustard, wheat, and gram (chickpea). Extreme cold can damage young seedlings and harm livestock health, prompting Rajasthan's disaster authority to issue farmer protection advisories.
What measures does Rajasthan's disaster authority take during cold wave emergencies?
During cold wave emergencies, Rajasthan's State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) operates rain baseras (night shelters) for homeless and vulnerable populations, and issues farmer protection advisories to safeguard rabi crops and livestock.
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