A cyclonic circulation has developed over Bangladesh and adjoining areas, bringing a large amount of moisture into the atmosphere. Under its influence, conditions have formed for rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms across several parts of West Bengal.
According to the latest update from the weather department, the sky across the state will remain partly to occasionally overcast throughout the day. Meteorologists have predicted heavy rainfall in several districts of North Bengal over the next few days, while scattered light to moderate showers may also occur in South Bengal until Tuesday. Rainfall is also possible in Kolkata.
Weather department records show that Kolkata’s minimum temperature on Saturday was 25.6 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature reached 33.0 degrees Celsius. Experts believe that the cloudy conditions will prevent any major change in daytime temperatures on Sunday. However, night temperatures may rise slightly compared to Saturday. Humid and sultry conditions are likely to persist for most of the day, though brief thunderstorms and light rain may occur after the afternoon.
Weather forecast of South Bengal
The sky over South Bengal is expected to remain partly cloudy on Sunday. In the afternoon, some areas may experience scattered thunderstorms accompanied by rain. According to the weather office, such stormy spells may continue until next Tuesday.
Weather conditions similar to Kalbaishakhi storms may develop in districts such as Purulia, Bankura, Birbhum, Murshidabad, Hooghly and East and West Bardhaman. Kolkata also has a possibility of thunderstorms and rainfall on Monday.
Weather outlook for North Bengal
The hill districts of North Bengal are likely to witness more intense weather conditions on Sunday. Heavy rainfall has been forecast in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Cooch Behar, Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts. Along with rainfall, strong winds may blow at speeds of 50 to 60 kilometres per hour.
Other districts in North Bengal may also experience scattered thunderstorms and rain during the day. Similar conditions are expected to continue on Monday as well. Nearly all districts in the region are likely to remain under the influence of stormy weather, with thunderstorms, rainfall and gusty winds expected to persist until Wednesday.
