Residents of Kolkata are set to witness heavy rain with thunderstorms and gusty winds on Monday (March 16), as the India Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for the city and several districts across West Bengal. According to the weather office, unstable atmospheric conditions caused by an upper air circulation over Bangladesh, along with moisture inflow from the Bay of Bengal, are expected to trigger thunderstorms and intense showers across the region.
The forecast indicates thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds reaching 40–50 km/h. Sudden heavy showers may occur during the day, potentially disrupting daily routines.
The system responsible for the unstable weather has already shown activity in recent days, with parts of the city and neighbouring districts witnessing rainfall and thunderstorms.
Today’s temperature in Kolkata:
Maximum: 31°C Minimum: 23°C
Apart from Kolkata, thunderstorms and heavy rain are also likely in several districts, including Purba Bardhaman, Paschim Bardhaman, Purulia, Bankura, Birbhum, Murshidabad and Nadia.
These areas may experience lightning, brief spells of heavy rainfall and strong winds, particularly during the afternoon or evening hours.
Kolkata Weather Full Week Forecast
The forecast indicates that similar weather patterns will persist across various districts in West Bengal over the upcoming week, potentially leading to disruptions in daily activities. As the week progresses, the weather is expected to remain unsettled, with continued chances of rain and thunderstorms. The IMD will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary.
March 16 (Monday)
Maximum Temperature: 31 degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 23 degrees Celsius
Alert: Yellow Alert
March 17 (Tuesday)
Maximum Temperature: 31 degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 24 degrees Celsius
Alert: Yellow Alert
March 18 (Wednesday )
Maximum Temperature: 32degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 25 degrees Celsius
Alert: No warning
March 19 (Thursday)
Maximum Temperature: 33 degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 25 degrees Celsius
Alert: No warning
March 20 (Friday)
Maximum Temperature: 32 degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 24 degrees Celsius
Alert: No warning
March 21 (Saturday)
Maximum Temperature: 31 degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 24 degrees Celsius
Alert: Yellow Alert
March 22 (Sunday)
Maximum Temperature: 31 degrees Celsius
Minimum Temperature: 24 degrees Celsius
Alert: No warning
Meteorologists say the unsettled weather pattern may continue over the next few days, with intermittent rain and thunderstorms expected as moisture continues to flow from the Bay of Bengal.
Authorities have advised residents to remain cautious during thunderstorms and follow basic safety precautions such as avoiding standing under trees during lightning and planning travel with extra time due to possible traffic disruptions.
