While it is no longer bitterly cold, a light winter feel is still noticeable in South Bengal during early mornings and evenings. As the day progresses, the sun grows stronger and temperatures rise. According to the weather department, the influence of northerly winds is maintaining this pleasant pattern for now. However, this phase is unlikely to last much longer.
On Tuesday, Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 15.3 degrees Celsius. On Monday, the city’s maximum temperature stood at 25.9 degrees, while the minimum dipped to 15.1 degrees. Similar conditions prevail across South Bengal, where minimum temperatures are currently ranging between 11 and 15 degrees Celsius.
On Tuesday, minimum temperatures were recorded at 11.6 degrees in Shriniketan, 14.8 in Jhargram, 13.0 in Bankura, and 11.2 degrees in Kalyani. Light fog has been observed across districts during early morning hours, though skies clear quickly after sunrise. The weather department has indicated that by the end of February, Kolkata’s maximum temperature could climb to around 32 degrees Celsius.
North Bengal remains cool with fog dominance
In contrast, North Bengal is continuing to enjoy cooler and more pleasant weather conditions. Dense fog warnings have been issued for Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Cooch Behar, and North Dinajpur districts. In the hilly areas of Darjeeling, temperatures are expected to remain between 4 and 6 degrees Celsius, while the plains may see temperatures hovering between 14 and 17 degrees.
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Meteorologists have pointed out that two western disturbances are currently active over the country, with the possibility of more forming in the coming days. These systems are causing fluctuations in temperatures across Bengal. However, the weather department has made it clear that there is no likelihood of a fresh cold wave, indicating that winter is gradually making way for warmer days in South Bengal.
