Residents across South Bengal continue to grapple with a spell of oppressive weather marked by high temperatures and rising humidity. The combination has made daily life uncomfortable, with the discomfort expected to persist through the rest of the week.
No relief from heat and humidity
The weather department has indicated that conditions are unlikely to improve anytime soon. Moisture levels in the air are set to rise further, which could make the atmosphere feel even more stifling. As humidity climbs, the perceived temperature or ‘real feel’ is also expected to go up, intensifying the discomfort.
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Kolkata to stay hot and humid
In Kolkata, Wednesday is expected to remain partly cloudy, with chances of light, scattered rain later in the day. Temperature levels are not likely to shift significantly. The maximum is expected to hover around 35 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may settle near 27 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels could range between 64 per cent and 87 per cent, keeping conditions sticky throughout the day.
Stormy spells expected in parts of South Bengal
Some districts in South Bengal may witness brief spells of stormy weather. Nor’westers are likely to develop in Nadia, East Bardhaman and Birbhum after Wednesday afternoon. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are also expected in Purulia, Bankura, Jhargram, both Bardhamans, Murshidabad, North 24 Parganas and Hooghly. Despite these developments, officials have clarified that such scattered activity will not bring sustained relief from the prevailing conditions.
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North Bengal to see heavy rainfall
In contrast, North Bengal is set for a wetter spell. Districts from Darjeeling to Malda may experience thunderstorms starting Wednesday. Heavy rainfall is likely across five northern districts until Sunday, with Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar facing the possibility of very heavy rain on Friday.
Monsoon likely to reach Kerala early
Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon remains active over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is expected to advance into parts of the east-central Bay of Bengal in the coming days. The weather department has announced that monsoon will enter Kerala on May 26, several days ahead of the scheduled time.
