Kolkata Weather LATEST update: Why is monsoon delayed, despite early rains? Check

West Bengal Weather Update: According to the Alipore Meteorological Department, there's no sign of the monsoon for now. Instead, temperatures will rise in South Bengal. Rainfall in North Bengal will also decrease starting today

Early Monsoon Arrival

The southwest monsoon arrived early in Bengal with much fanfare. But it hasn't yet reached South Bengal from the north.

Heatwave Incoming

According to the Alipore Meteorological Department, there's no sign of the monsoon. Instead, temperatures will rise in the districts of South Bengal. Rainfall in North Bengal will also decrease from today.

According to the Meteorological Department, temperatures will rise in South Bengal districts starting today, Friday. Humidity will also increase, leading to discomfort.

Temperature

According to the Meteorological Department, temperatures in several districts of South Bengal could rise by 4 degrees Celsius in the next 3-4 days. Discomfort will also increase accordingly.

Heatwave Likely

Dry winds or heatwave conditions are likely in Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, East and West Burdwan, Bankura, Purulia, and Birbhum in South Bengal from Saturday.

Discomfort in Other Districts

Relative humidity will increase in the remaining districts of South Bengal. The amount of water vapor in the air will increase. Uncomfortable heat will persist in the two 24 Parganas, Nadia, Murshidabad, and other districts.

No Favorable Conditions for Monsoon

Officially, the monsoon is expected to arrive in South Bengal between June 8-10. The southwest monsoon has entered North Bengal ahead of schedule. But due to unfavorable conditions, there's no chance of the monsoon arriving in South Bengal until June 12, Thursday.

Scattered Rainfall

Scattered rainfall will occur in the districts of South Bengal. However, the heat and discomfort will not subside for now.

Rainfall to Decrease in North

Rainfall will gradually decrease in North Bengal. There is a possibility of scattered light rain in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, and Jalpaiguri.

Other Districts Rain-Free

However, the remaining districts will be rain-free. There is no possibility of heavy rain in the districts of North Bengal in the next few days.

Reason for Monsoon Delay

The Meteorological Department said that the southwest monsoon weakened after entering the state due to unfavorable conditions. The monsoon axis has also weakened. The western disturbance is strengthening accordingly. As a result, hot air is entering the state from the northwestern states.

Kolkata Weather

Kolkata's maximum temperature today could be around 35 degrees Celsius. The sky will be cloudy. Scattered rain is possible. The temperature will gradually rise this week.