Heavy showers, thunderstorms and gusty winds are likely over the city till July 30, with IMD warning of possible waterlogging and traffic disruption
Kolkata is set for another prolonged spell of monsoon rain, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting showers and thunderstorms through July 30. Heavy rain is likely at isolated places on Friday and Sunday.
The weather system is being driven by an upper-air cyclonic circulation over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining Bangladesh, along with an active monsoon trough.
Friday, July 24, is expected to bring light to moderate rain across Kolkata, with heavy spells likely at isolated places.
Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds of 30 to 40 kmph are also likely during the day.
Similar conditions are expected on Saturday, July 25, although the heaviest rain is likely to remain concentrated over parts of South Bengal.
Kolkata could witness another round of heavy rain on Sunday, July 26. Similar warnings are in place for Howrah, Hooghly and North and South 24-Parganas.
Rainfall activity is expected to ease slightly on Monday, July 27, before settling into a pattern of light to moderate showers from Tuesday, July 28, to Thursday, July 30.
Daytime temperatures are expected to remain around 30°C to 31°C through the week, while minimum temperatures are likely to hover between 26°C and 27°C, keeping conditions humid despite frequent rain.
The IMD has cautioned that heavy downpours may trigger waterlogging in low-lying areas, disrupt traffic and increase the risk of lightning. Residents have been advised to avoid taking shelter under trees or electric poles during thunderstorms.
At the same time, fishermen have been warned against venturing into the sea along the West Bengal coast until July 27 due to squally weather.
The IMD has cautioned that heavy downpours may trigger waterlogging in low-lying areas, disrupt traffic and increase the risk of lightning. Residents have been advised to avoid taking shelter under trees or electric poles during thunderstorms.
At the same time, fishermen have been warned against venturing into the sea along the West Bengal coast until July 27 due to squally weather.
