West Bengal Weather Update....! Temperature Drops in South Bengal, Light Rain Expected in North Bengal
- MyLove @M
- 04 Mar, 2025
As the Dol Festival approaches, South Bengal experiences a slight drop in both day and night temperatures. The weather department predicts further cooling over the next two days though there is no chance of rain in the region. However North Bengal especially Darjeeling may witness light rainfall. Let’s break down the upcoming weather patterns in detail.
Region | Temperature (Min-Max) | Weather Pattern | Rainfall Chances | Wind Speed | Special Notes |
Kolkata & South Bengal | 18°C - 34°C | Dry & Sunny | Low | 8-15 km/h | Gradual rise in temperature, summer onset |
North Bengal (Darjeeling, Siliguri) | 10°C - 27°C | Cool mornings, pleasant days | Moderate (Early & Mid-March) | 5-10 km/h | Morning fog in hilly areas |
Coastal Bengal (Digha, Sundarbans) | 20°C - 33°C | Humid & Warm | Light showers possible | 15-20 km/h | High humidity, sea breeze effect |
North India (Delhi, Punjab, UP, Bihar) | 14°C - 32°C | Gradual warm-up, dry weather | Low | 10-18 km/h | Mild winter ending by mid-March |
Central India (MP, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra) | 20°C - 37°C | Dry & Sunny | Nil | 12-20 km/h | Late March may see heatwave signs |
South India (Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka) | 24°C - 38°C | Dry & Humid | Pre-monsoon showers | 12-20 km/h | Coastal rains in Kerala & Karnataka |
East & Northeast India (Assam, Odisha) | 15°C - 30°C | Cool mornings, mild days | Moderate rainfall | 10-16 km/h | Thunderstorm possibilities in Assam |
Details & Context
1. Weather in South Bengal
South Bengal saw a small dip in temperatures with a further decrease of 2-3°C expected over the next 48 hours.
Night temperatures remain slightly above normal while daytime temperatures have fallen just below average.
Kolkata’s minimum temperature could drop to 20°C while the maximum may hover around 30°C.
Clear skies are predicted and no rain is expected this week.
Temperatures may rise again towards the weekend.
2. Weather in North Bengal
Light rain is expected in the hill districts of Darjeeling and Kalimpong.
Rainfall may intensify on Saturday with thunder and lightning predicted.
Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri may also experience scattered showers.
Despite the rain, temperatures are unlikely to see any significant change.
3. Western Disturbance and Cyclonic Systems
A new western disturbance is set to arrive on March 9th.
Cyclonic circulation is present over Assam and near the Maldives.
These systems may bring isolated rain to North Bengal’s hill areas.
4. Weather in Kolkata
Slight dip in both day and night temperatures.
Minimum temperature: 22.7°C
Maximum temperature: 32.2°C
Humidity levels range between 32% to 89%.
5. Weather Across India
Karnataka’s coastal areas may witness hot and uncomfortable weather.
Similar conditions are expected in Konkan and Goa.
Himachal Pradesh and surrounding regions may experience moderate rain with thunderstorms.
Quotes
According to the Alipore Meteorological Department, “While South Bengal will remain dry, North Bengal’s hill districts should prepare for light rain. The western disturbance and cyclonic systems are influencing these changes.”
Week | West Bengal (Kolkata, North & South) | North India (Delhi, Punjab, UP) | Central India (MP, Maharashtra) | South India (Tamil Nadu, Kerala) | East & Northeast India (Assam, Odisha) |
Week 1 (Mar 1-7) | Min: 18°C, Max: 32°C — Clear skies, mild winds. | Min: 14°C, Max: 29°C — Slightly cool, dry weather. | Min: 20°C, Max: 34°C — Dry, sunny days. | Min: 24°C, Max: 36°C — Humid, warm days. | Min: 15°C, Max: 28°C — Light rainfall in Assam. |
Week 2 (Mar 8-14) | Min: 19°C, Max: 33°C — Sunny, slight temperature rise. | Min: 16°C, Max: 30°C — Gradual warmth increase. | Min: 22°C, Max: 35°C — Clear skies. | Min: 25°C, Max: 37°C — Scattered showers in Kerala. | Min: 17°C, Max: 30°C — Thunderstorms likely in Northeast. |
Week 3 (Mar 15-21) | Min: 20°C, Max: 34°C — Dry, warm afternoons. | Min: 18°C, Max: 32°C — Noticeable warmth. | Min: 23°C, Max: 36°C — Heat buildup begins. | Min: 26°C, Max: 38°C — Pre-monsoon rains. | Min: 18°C, Max: 32°C — Moderate rainfall in Assam & Odisha. |
Week 4 (Mar 22-31) | Min: 22°C, Max: 36°C — Summer onset, hot days. | Min: 20°C, Max: 34°C — Warm days, clear nights. | Min: 25°C, Max: 38°C — Heatwave signs appear. | Min: 27°C, Max: 39°C — Intense heat & humidity. | Min: 20°C, Max: 34°C — Heavy thunderstorms in Northeast. |
Additional Information
No rain is predicted for South Bengal in the coming days.
The weather department continues to monitor the approaching western disturbance.
Read More: Metro Services to be Suspended for Two Days on East-West Route
Impact Analysis
For South Bengal: Commuters and festival-goers for Dol can expect pleasant weather with no rain disruptions.
For North Bengal: Tourists heading to Darjeeling and Kalimpong should carry umbrellas and prepare for brief showers.
While South Bengal enjoys a mild cool-down, North Bengal’s hill areas brace for light showers. With the western disturbance set to arrive soon weather patterns may shift again. Stay tuned for the latest updates.
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rizia sultana
It rains most of the time in North Bengal, which is a daily occurrence.
Ismatara Khatun
নর্থ বেঙ্গলে রোজেইবৃষ্টি হয়
doli khan
It rains every day in North Bengal.
payel khan
It rains most of the time in north bengal, which is a daily occurrence.
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