If you have been considering a visit to famous Havelis in Jaisalmer and Bikaner during the day time, then you might want to reconsider and instead take up thrilling desert safari or overnight camping!
With the southwest monsoon withdrawing from north India, reversal of temperature and change in weather is resulting in short second summer in many parts of Rajasthan.
Withdrawal of monsoon means rise in temperature, reversal of wind pattern and variation in humidity levels. On account of these parameters, places such as Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Barmer in Rajasthan are witnessing second summer.
For instance, while Jaisalmer was witnessing a maximum temperature of 36°C and minimum of 26⁰C, after withdrawal the maximums have risen to 38⁰C and minimums are 22⁰C. The pattern is similar for Bikaner that is observing rise in day temperature and drop in minimums.
Humidity levels are varying hugely with a drop of almost 20% in most of these parts. In Bikaner where humidity has been at 80%, the levels have come down to 50% after withdrawal of southwest monsoon.
According to Skymet Meteorology Division in India, due to hot, sunny days and cloudless sky, the day temperature will remain high but early mornings and evenings will be cooler in the upcoming days.
Comparison of temperature
City |
Max/Min. temp before Monsoon |
Max/Min. temp after Monsoon |
Jaisalmer |
36/26⁰C |
36/22⁰C |
Bikaner |
34/26⁰C |
37/23⁰C |
Barmer |
34/27⁰C |
36/25⁰C |
