Mount Abu Records Lowest Temperature at 2.4°C | 23 Jan 2025

Mount Abu, Rajasthan's only hill station, recorded a temperature of 2.4 degrees Celsius, marking the state's lowest temperature.

Note: The highest peak in the Aravalli Range is Guru Shikhar, located on Mount Abu.

Other Regions: In the plains, Sangaria of Hanumangarh recorded a minimum of 5.8°C followed by 6.8°C in Lunkaransar, 7.3°C each in Sirohi and Fatehpur.
- According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Pilani recorded 7.6°C followed by 7.8°C in Churu, 8.2°C each in Sikar and Sriganganagar and 8.8°C in Nagaur.
Weather Conditions: The cold conditions have affected various parts of Rajasthan, with temperatures significantly lower than usual for this time of year.
Impact: The unusual cold has prompted discussions about its effects on daily life, agriculture, and tourism in the region.

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