Kolkata weather forecast
The indirect impact of two cyclones has brought down temperatures across West Bengal, with Kolkata experiencing a slight winter-like chill. The city’s minimum temperature fell to 23.5°C on Thursday, nearly 2°C lower than the previous day.
Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 25.8°C on Wednesday, which dropped to 23.5°C on Thursday. The Thursday minimum was 1.3°C above normal. The city’s maximum temperature was 28.6°C, or 1.3°C below normal. The temperature may fall further over the next two days.
Friday is Dhanteras and Kali Puja will be observed on Sunday. The Alipore weather office has indicated that significant rain is unlikely in Kolkata on Sunday. Heavy rain is not expected, although some areas may receive light rain. Weather conditions are likely to remain relatively dry over the weekend.
Parts of south Bengal may receive scattered rain accompanied by thunderstorms from Monday. The districts that may see rain include North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, Nadia, Howrah, Hooghly, East Midnapore, West Midnapore and Jhargram.
North Bengal is not expected to receive rain for now, and the weather is likely to remain dry there. A fresh low-pressure area may develop over the Bay of Bengal next week. If it forms, rainfall in south Bengal may increase.