Rajasthan Braces for New Year Cold Snap: Fog, Rain Alert Issued Across Districts

• Rajasthan is experiencing severe cold and dense fog, especially in North-Eastern districts like Alwar and Sikar, affecting visibility and traffic.
• Day temperatures dropped significantly due to weak sunshine; Fatehpur (Sikar) recorded the lowest minimum at 4.0°C, Chittorgarh highest maximum at 29.0°C.
• Light rain is expected on December 31st in parts of Bikaner, Jodhpur, Ajmer divisions, and the Shekhawati area.
• On January 1st, light rain is possible in Bikaner, Jaipur, and Bharatpur divisions, followed by dense fog and cold winds from evening.
• An active Western Disturbance in North India is causing a 2-day rain warning for 11 districts, alongside fog and cold alerts.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan faces a severe cold wave, dense fog, and rain alerts around New Year due to an active Western Disturbance.