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Climate Change....! West Bengal Heatwave Alert | Rising Temperatures to Scorch Kolkata and Beyond

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Brace for a sizzling week in West Bengal as meteorologists warn of a sharp temperature spike starting Monday. With no rain in sight, Kolkata, South Bengal and North Bengal are set to face intense heat, with temperatures climbing up to 4°C by Wednesday. The scorching sun and high humidity will make daily life challenging, especially for those outdoors.


Details & Context

·      Temperature Surge: From Monday, temperatures across West Bengal will rise steadily, potentially increasing by 2-4°C by Wednesday, with some western districts hitting 41°C by week’s end.


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·      Clear Skies: The chance of storms or rain is nearly zero, leaving the region under bright, unrelenting sunshine.

·      Kolkata’s Forecast: Kolkata will see temperatures soar to 37-38°C by midweek, with high humidity (61-91%) amplifying discomfort.

·      Regional Weather Systems: A cyclonic circulation over Haryana, Jharkhand, Assam and North Bangladesh, along with a low-pressure trough, is influencing dry conditions in West Bengal. Another trough from Vidarbha to the Gulf of Mannar affects South India but spares Bengal.

·      Other States: Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Uttarakhand, Jammu-Kashmir and Jharkhand while heatwaves loom in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.


West Bengal Heatwave Forecast, April 21st to 30th, 2025

Date

Region

Max Temp (°C)

Min Temp (°C)

Humidity (%)

Weather Condition

Heatwave Status

Apr 21

Kolkata

35–36

27.1

61–91

Clear skies, intense heat

Heatwave warning

South Bengal

36–38

26–28

60–90

Sunny, no rain

Heatwave likely

North Bengal

34–36

25–27

65–85

Hot, dry

Heatwave possible

Apr 22

Kolkata

36–37

27–28

62–90

Clear, humid

Heatwave warning

South Bengal

37–39

27–29

60–88

Scorching sun

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

35–37

26–28

64–86

Dry, hot

Heatwave likely

Apr 23

Kolkata

37–38

28–29

63–91

Very hot, sticky

Heatwave confirmed

South Bengal

38–40

28–30

61–89

Intense heat

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

36–38

27–29

65–87

Hot, no relief

Heatwave confirmed

Apr 24

Kolkata

37–38

28–29

63–90

Clear, humid

Heatwave persists

South Bengal

39–41

28–30

60–88

Extreme heat

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

36–38

27–29

64–86

Dry, scorching

Heatwave persists

Apr 25

Kolkata

38–39

29–30

64–91

Sweltering, humid

Heatwave intensifies

South Bengal

40–41

29–31

61–89

Heatwave-like

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

37–39

28–30

65–87

Hot, uncomfortable

Heatwave intensifies

Apr 26

Kolkata

38–39

29–30

64–90

Hot, sticky

Heatwave persists

South Bengal

40–42

29–31

62–88

Extreme heat

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

37–39

28–30

66–86

Dry, intense heat

Heatwave persists

Apr 27

Kolkata

39–40

29–30

65–91

Scorching, humid

Heatwave peaks

South Bengal

41–42

30–32

62–89

Severe heatwave

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

38–40

29–31

66–87

Very hot, dry

Heatwave peaks

Apr 28

Kolkata

39–40

29–30

65–90

Intense heat, humid

Heatwave continues

South Bengal

41–43

30–32

63–88

Extreme heatwave

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

38–40

29–31

67–86

Hot, no rain

Heatwave continues

Apr 29

Kolkata

39–41

29–30

66–91

Swelteringly unbearable

Heatwave persists

South Bengal

41–43

30–32

63–89

Severe heatwave

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

38–40

29–31

67–87

Hot, dry conditions

Heatwave persists

Apr 30

Kolkata

39–41

29–30

66–90

Hot, humid, no relief

Heatwave persists

South Bengal

41–44

30–32

64–88

Extreme heatwave

Severe heatwave

North Bengal

38–40

29–31

68–86

Intense heat

Heatwave persists


Quotes

·      Meteorologist: “South Bengal including Kolkata, will see a rapid temperature rise of up to 4°C by Wednesday. Without rain, the heat and humidity will feel like a heatwave.”

·      Kolkata Resident: “It’s getting unbearable to step out.! The heat and stickiness make even short walks exhausting. We need some rain soon.!”


Additional Information

·      South Bengal Outlook: Western districts like Bankura and Purulia may see temperatures touch 41°C, creating heatwave-like conditions by the weekend.

·      North Bengal Heat: Districts like Cooch Behar and Jalpaiguri will also experience a 4°C temperature hike, adding to outdoor discomfort.

·      Kolkata’s Night time Heat: Night temperatures in Kolkata are holding at 27.1°C, offering little relief from daytime highs of 35°C (up from 33.4°C).

·      National Weather: While West Bengal bakes, states like Uttarakhand face heavy rain and 60-70 km/h gusty winds. Dust storms are possible in Gujarat and humid heat will grip Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry.

·      Health Risks: Rising temperatures and humidity increase the risk of heatstroke and dehydration especially for outdoor workers and the elderly.


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Impact Analysis

·      Daily Life Disruptions: Outdoor activities, especially during peak afternoon hours, will become strenuous, affecting commuters, vendors and labourers.

·      Health Concerns: High humidity and temperatures raise the risk of heat-related illnesses, prompting calls for hydration and shade.

·      Agriculture Strain: The lack of rain and rising heat could stress crops in South Bengal, impacting farmers’ yields.

·      Power Demand Surge: Soaring temperatures will likely spike electricity usage for cooling, straining the state’s power grid.

·      Economic Effects: Reduced outdoor productivity and potential health issues may impact small businesses and daily wage earners.


West Bengal is gearing up for a tough week as temperatures climb and rain remains elusive. From Kolkata’s humid streets to South Bengal’s scorching plains, the heatwave-like conditions will test resilience. With no relief in sight until at least the weekend, residents must take precautions to stay safe and cool. Stay informed and prepared as the mercury rises.!


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