Jaipur: The Meteorological Department on Tuesday issued orange and yellow alerts across several parts of Rajasthan, warning of rain accompanied by hailstorms and thunderstorms in nearly 20 districts.

During the past 24 hours, light rainfall was recorded at a few locations in eastern Rajasthan, while weather conditions remained largely dry in the western regions of the state.

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The highest temperature during the period was recorded at 27.5 degrees Celsius in Pali. The lowest temperature dropped to 4.5 degrees Celsius in Alwar.

Cold day conditions were reported at a few places in the Jodhpur division. Light fog was also observed at isolated locations in eastern Rajasthan, according to Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre in Jaipur.

Due to the activation of a new Western Disturbance, weather conditions across Rajasthan have changed significantly. Several districts, including the state capital Jaipur, have been witnessing intermittent rainfall since morning on Tuesday.

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Further, cold winds accompanying the rainfall have intensified the chill. Districts such as Alwar and Sawai Madhopur also received rainfall, while dense clouds continue to hover over many parts of the state, with hopes of showers.

Over the past 24 hours, minimum temperatures in most cities remained below 10 degrees Celsius. Sirohi registered 7.9 degrees, Jaisalmer recorded 8.6 degrees, Nagaur had 8.7 degrees, Pali had 8.4 degrees, and Phalodi had 9.8 degrees, among others.

The Jaipur Meteorological Centre has issued an orange alert for hailstorms, thunderstorms, and rain in the following six districts -- Jaipur, Sawai Madhopur, Karauli, Sikar, Bharatpur and Dausa.

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A yellow alert has been issued for rain and thunderstorms in 15 districts, including Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Bundi, Alwar, Nagaur, Ajmer, Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Tonk, Baran, Kota, Jhunjhunu, Bhilwara, Jhalawar, and Dholpur. Wind speeds of 30-40 km/hour are also expected.

The Meteorological Department has advised residents to take shelter in safe places during thunderstorms and to avoid standing under trees.

IANS