New Delhi, May 24 -- The ongoing heatwave in Rajasthan is expected to continue for the next five days, with several districts recording temperatures between 44 degree celsius and 48 degree celsius, worsening the dry conditions across the region, said the Indian Meterological Department (IMD).

"The weather remained dry across Rajasthan, with the highest maximum temperature touching 48.0degC in Jaisalmer. Heatwave conditions were observed in Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Bikaner divisions. As of 1730 IST, average humidity levels across most parts of the state ranged between 20 and 40 per cent," weather department said.

Speaking to ANI, Radheshyam Sharma, Director of the Meteorological Centre, Jaipur, said, "Jaisalmer recorded the highest temperatu...