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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Monsoon showers continue, Jaipur gets heavy rainfall
Jaipur: Monsoon showers continued across the state for the third consecutive day Friday, with many places experiencing mild to moderate showers. The rainfall exposed civic authorities' lofty claims about their preparedness for the rainy season, as rampant waterlogging was witnessed in many areas of Jaipur and other parts of the state. Phulera (Jaipur) and Bijolia (Bhilwara) received 110 mm of rainfall, the highest in the state. In Jaipur, almost 35 mm of rainfall was recorded by 5:30am, which created problems for commuters. The city experienced dense cloud cover in the afternoon around 1:30pm, accompanied by moderate to heavy rainfall. At Muhana Mandi, several vehicles got stuck due to the caving in of the road. Heavy waterlogging was seen on Sikar Road, Queen's Road, King's Road, Khatipura, Raja Park, Jawahar Nagar, and Shastri Nagar areas in the city. Whether it was the cleaning of drains or other arrangements, it appears that the city is not yet prepared to handle the monsoon rainfall. The weather remained pleasant in Jaipur, with a minimum temperature of 25 degrees Celsius recorded in the morning, followed by a maximum temperature of 28.3 degrees Celsius in the afternoon. The Met office stated that the progress of monsoon has been good so far, as it has covered almost 23 districts in the state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like USDJPY đang đi lên không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo However, western Rajasthan is yet to see the arrival of monsoon, with Sriganganagar remaining the hottest at 42.8 degrees Celsius. Phulera and Bijolia were followed by Nimbahera (Chittorgarh), where 100mm of rainfall was recorded, Kesarpura (Banswara) and Nainwa (Bundi) with 90mm each, Bari (Dholpur) and Hindaun (Karauli) with 80mm each, Sangod (Kota) with 70mm, and Gangapur (Sawai Madhopur) and Malpura (Tonk) with60 mm each.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
UK Weather: Yellow thunderstorm warning issued as country reels under heatwaves
As parts of the UK reel under prevailing heatwaves, citizens are likely to witness thunderstorms across parts of the country during the weekend starting Saturday, June 21, 2025. The Met Office has issued a weather warning for thunderstorms in parts of England. A yellow warning has been issued for Saturday and Sunday, the forecaster said. The weather body further stated that scattered thunderstorms may cause some disruption. The Met office alert will be in place from 3 PM on Saturday to 4 AM on Sunday. The Met Office has also warned of spray and sudden flooding, which can make conditions tough for driving, and there are chances of some road closures. According to the warning, there are also little chances of power cuts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Sudoku That Feels Like Pen & Paper Classic Sudoku Download Undo The warning is in place for the East Midlands, West Midlands, North East England, North West England, Yorkshire and the Humber, and some parts of Wales. These regions include major towns and cities such as Leicester, Nottingham, Durham, Newcastle, Greater Manchester, Merseyside, and York. 'Whilst many places will likely remain dry and unaffected, scattered thunderstorms may develop during Saturday afternoon, lasting through the evening hours, moving northeastwards before eventually clearing to the North Sea by the early hours of Sunday,' the Met office warning read, The Independent reported. Live Events In its warning, the Met office also said that there are chances that the most intense thunderstorms could produce frequent lightning, large hail, and gusty winds, along with some heavy downpours for a time. The yellow thunderstorm warning across the UK comes at a time when the mercury recorded temperatures as high as 32.2°C in Kew, west London, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, amid an amber heat-health alert for all regions in England. Amber heat-health alert in UK As the UK battles heatwaves, an amber heat-health alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The alert is in place till 9 AM Monday, June 23, 2025. It is pertinent to mention that this alert has been issued for the first time since September 2023. This alert indicates and warns people of likely 'significant impacts' across health and social care services due to soaring temperatures. There are chances of a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or people with health conditions.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Max temperatures hover below normal in Punjab, Haryana
Most parts of Punjab and Haryana witnessed below normal maximum temperatures on Wednesday, a day after both the states received rains. During the day, weather remained generally dry at most places. According to the Met office, in the 24 hours leading up to 8.30 am on Wednesday, several areas in the two states received rainfall that brought much-needed relief from the intense heat. During this period, notable locations in Punjab that witnessed rain included Ludhiana, Patiala, Fatehgarh Sahib, Hoshiarpur and Rupnagar. Haryana saw rainfall in Ambala, Hisar, Narnaul, Gurugram, Sirsa and Nuh. Chandigarh too received light rainfall during the period. While the day temperatures saw a sharp drop on Tuesday, they rose slightly on Wednesday, but continued to hover below normal limits at most places. In general, maximum temperatures across both the states ranged between 31 and 34 degrees Celsius on Tuesday, in stark contrast to the temperatures in the previous week, which exceeded 40 degrees Celsius. On Wednesday, Chandigarh recorded a maximum temperature of 36.1 degrees Punjab, Ludhiana recorded a high of 34.3 degrees Celsius, Patiala 35.2 degrees, Faridkot 36.5 degrees, Ferozepur 36.4 degrees and Hoshiarpur 34 degrees. In Haryana, Ambala recorded a high of 36.1 degrees Celsius, Hisar 35 degrees, Karnal 35.2 degrees, Narnaul 31 degrees, Gurugram 33 degrees, Bhiwani 34 degrees and Rohtak 35.6 degrees.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Monsoon entersRaj early, likelyto cover state in next few days
Jaipur: The Southwest monsoon arrived early in Rajasthan on Wednesday, reaching the state seven days before its onset date last year. The early arrival saw mild to moderate showers at various places in Jaipur, Bikaner, Udaipur, and Kota divisions of the state. The Met office, while confirming the onset of the monsoon, said that this year's rainfall would be higher, with an increase of almost 10% compared to 2024. Kaman in Bharatpur received a rainfall of 100mm, the highest in the state. The Jaipur Met office said that in 2024, the monsoon arrived on June 25, and its widespread activity began by July 28. Rainfall was witnessed at many places in Udaipur, Dungarpur, Banswara, Sirohi, Jalore, Barmer, Pali, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Jhalawar, Baran, Jaipur, Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, and Dholpur. "On its first day, the monsoon has already covered 50% of the state, and in the next couple of days, it will progress further. It appears that in the next three to four days, it will cover the entire Rajasthan," said a city Met department official. By evening, Jaipur recorded a rainfall of almost 45mm. Many localities in the city experienced waterlogging and intermittent rains. "Mild to moderate showers will continue in Jaipur on Thursday," said the official. The Met office said that Kota and Udaipur divisions are likely to get heavy rainfall in the next few days. "The monsoon arrived early, and it appears that it will cover the entire state in the next few days," said Radhey Shyam Sharma, director, Met office, Jaipur. The Met office also expects 10% extra rainfall this year. "In 2024, the average monsoon rainfall was 624mm in Rajasthan, and this year it will be 10% higher," the official said.
France 24
2 days ago
- Climate
- France 24
UK risks more extreme, prolonged heatwaves in future: study
Met Office scientists said the island nation will see the "increased likelihood of extreme temperatures" over 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). The new study also "highlights how UK heatwaves could become longer and hotter due to escalating climate trends", the Met Office added. According to the research, in the current climate, heatwaves in the UK could persist for "a month or more". The UK, which is known for its frequent showers and mild summers, recorded its first temperature above 40 degrees in 2022. "The chance of exceeding 40 degrees C has been rapidly increasing, and it is now over 20 times more likely than it was in the 1960s," said Gillian Kay, senior scientist at the Met Office. "Because our climate continues to warm, we can expect the chance to keep rising," said Kay, adding there was a 50-percent chance of seeing a 40-degree day in the next 12 years. Scientists warn the intensity and frequency of global extreme weather events will increase as the planet continues to heat up because of fossil fuel emissions. On Monday, the Met office said a heatwave was "likely" in much of the UK this week, with the highest temperatures expected to exceed 30 degrees. "These findings highlight the need to prepare and plan for the impacts of rising temperatures now," said co-author Nick Dunstone. The UK this year experienced its warmest spring on record. It also had the driest spring in over 50 years, with farmers facing damaged crop growth and the government warning about "exceptionally low" water reservoir levels. In May, the Environment Agency's deputy water director Richard Thompson warned that "changing climate means we will see more summer droughts in the coming decades".
