IMD Predicts Weak Monsoon and Mostly Dry Weather in Rajasthan for Next Week
The India Meteorological Department forecasts weak monsoon activity and mostly dry weather in Rajasthan for the coming week, with isolated light to moderate showers in eastern and southern regions. Rainfall is expected to decrease from September 7-8, with a fresh spell likely from September 12-13. Western Rajasthan, including Bikaner and Jodhpur divisions, will experience mainly dry conditions and occasional strong surface winds. Recent rainfall included 58 mm at Rajakhera and 5 cm at Pawta in Jaipur district.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 7 Sept, 10:47 am. Other outlets followed.
- 1news187 Sept, 10:47 amRain activity likely to remain weak in Rajasthan for a week
- 2news188 Sept, 06:00 amDry weather predicted in Rajasthan in next 4-5 days: IMD
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Story context
- Category
- Generic
- Location
- Rajasthan, India
- Sources analysed
- 2
- Last analysed
- 8 Sept 2026
- Key entities
- RajasthanJaipurBikanerBharatpur, RajasthanKota, RajasthanDholpur districtChuru districtBaran districtAlwarDausaDholpurJhalawar