Rajasthan Swelters: Mercury Hits 38.8°C in Early March, Heatwave Intensifies

• Rajasthan experiences intense heat with temperatures soaring above 35°C in many cities right from early March.
• Barmer recorded the highest maximum temperature at 38.8°C, making it the hottest district in the state.
• The Meteorological Center Jaipur predicts a further 2-3°C rise in daytime temperatures over the next 2-3 days.
• The weather is expected to remain dry for the next five days with clear skies across the state.
• Strong winds of 20-30 km/h are predicted in the plains of Northwest India until March 5, 2026.