Mon Nov 17 00:30:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a summary of the text, followed by a rewritten news article based on that summary:
Summary:
Northern winds are causing a significant drop in temperatures across Rajasthan, leading to cold-wave conditions. The Jaipur Meteorological Center has issued a yellow alert for cold waves in several districts, particularly in the Shekhawati region (Sikar, Churu, Jhunjhunu) and surrounding areas like Nagaur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur. Minimum temperatures have plummeted, with Fatehpur and Nagaur recording the lowest. Many cities experienced their coldest nights of the season so far. The cold wave has also impacted maximum temperatures, leading to colder days. The forecast indicates dry weather and continued cold conditions for the next week.
News Article:
Rajasthan Shivers as Cold Wave Grips State, Yellow Alert Issued
Jaipur, Rajasthan – A biting cold wave has swept across Rajasthan, driven by frigid northern winds, prompting the Meteorological Center in Jaipur to issue a yellow alert for several districts. The alert, effective Monday, covers Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Churu, and Nagaur, warning residents of potentially hazardous conditions.
The Shekhawati region, comprising Sikar, Churu, and Jhunjhunu, along with Nagaur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Chittorgarh, and Udaipur, bore the brunt of the cold wave on Sunday. Residents experienced chilling conditions both in the morning and evening, with daytime sunshine offering only brief respite.
The lowest temperatures were recorded in Fatehpur (Sikar) and Nagaur, plummeting to 5.2 and 5.3 degrees Celsius respectively. Jodhpur experienced its coldest night of the season, with the mercury dipping below 10 degrees Celsius for the first time, reaching 9.9 degrees. Similar record lows were observed in Chittorgarh (8.2 degrees Celsius) and Udaipur (8.5 degrees Celsius).
The cold wave has also impacted daytime temperatures, with maximum temperatures falling across the state. While Barmer recorded the highest maximum at 31.6 degree Celcius. Sirohi registered the lowest maximum temperature, with a high of 22.6 degrees Celcius.
“The state can expect dry weather and no relief from the cold due to persistent northerly winds for the next week,” warned a spokesperson from the Meteorological Center. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the cold.
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