Severe heat conditions continue across the Mewar region, including Udaipur, with temperatures reaching up to 41°C, affecting daily life and reducing daytime activity.
Heat intensity remained high across the Mewar region, with Udaipur recording a maximum temperature of 39°C on Friday, while Salumbar registered 41°C. Strong sunlight and hot winds significantly impacted normal life during the day.
Tourist locations in Udaipur remained largely deserted during peak afternoon hours. Areas that typically witness high tourist footfall appeared empty, while movement in markets and government offices was minimal.
Attendance at administrative offices, including the Collectorate premises and District Council offices, remained low during the day, indicating the impact of the heat on official activities.
As temperatures decline in the evening, activity levels in the city begin to recover. After approximately 6 pm, large numbers of people gather along the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake.
Local residents and tourists spend time near the lake, where cooler winds and water conditions provide some relief. The area becomes a primary attraction in the evening hours.
According to the India Meteorological Department, on April 30, Udaipur recorded a maximum temperature of 40°C and a minimum of 25°C. The continued rise in temperature has intensified heat conditions across the Mewar region.
Weather experts have indicated the likelihood of a new western disturbance becoming active during the first week of May, which may affect several parts of Rajasthan.
The system is expected to bring cloud cover, light rainfall, and a drop in temperatures, which may provide some relief from the prevailing heat.
According to weather expert Dr. R.S. Devda, weather conditions across Mewar and Rajasthan are expected to remain largely stable over the next two days. Light cloud cover may persist, but no major change in temperature is anticipated.
There is also a possibility of b winds, which may moderately reduce the impact of heat.
The heat has directly affected tourism activity in Udaipur. Tourists are avoiding outdoor movement during the day, while footfall increases in the evening at lakefronts and major tourist locations.
