Jaipur, January 5: Residents of the Pink City woke up to a thick blanket of fog and biting cold on Monday, January 5, 2026, as the ongoing cold wave tightened its grip across Rajasthan. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recorded a minimum temperature of 8°C this morning, while the maximum is expected to settle near 19°C. Visibility in the early hours dropped significantly, impacting regional traffic and delaying several northbound trains.

Jaipur Weather Forecast: Cold Wave and Fog Alerts

The regional meteorological centre has predicted dense to very dense fog during the late night and early morning hours in Jaipur and 13 other districts, including Alwar, Sikar, and Churu. Weather Forecast Today, January 5: Check Weather Updates, Rain Predictions for Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Shimla and Kolkata.

Meteorologists attribute the current chill to the "Mawath" (winter rains) that occurred last week, which has left high levels of moisture in the air. This, combined with cold winds blowing from the Himalayan region, has led to a sharp drop in night temperatures across the state. In some areas like Mount Abu and Fatehpur, the mercury has already touched the freezing point.

The dip in temperature has also coincided with a deterioration in air quality. Jaipur's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded in the "Poor" category on Monday morning, with a PM2.5 level of approximately 182. Weather Forecast Today, January 4: Check Weather Updates, Rain Predictions for Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Shimla and Kolkata.

Health officials have advised residents to exercise caution during early morning outdoor activities, as the stagnant cold air traps pollutants close to the ground. Vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly, are encouraged to remain indoors during peak fog hours.

7-Day Jaipur Weather Forecast

  • January 05: Moderate Fog

  • January 06: Shallow Fog

  • January 07: Mainly Clear Sky

  • January 08: Clear Sky

  • January 09: Clear Sky

  • January 10: Clear Sky

  • January  11: Clear Sky

With visibility occasionally dropping below 50 meters on major highways, the Rajasthan Police has urged motorists to use fog lights and maintain safe distances. Travel disruptions are expected to continue through the first half of the week, especially for those traveling toward Delhi, Agra, and Bikaner.

As the winter season peaks, local authorities have also increased the number of night shelters (Rain Baseras) across the city to provide refuge for the homeless against the bone-chilling cold.

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