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West Bengal is gearing up for a stormy spell as heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds sweep across the state. From Kolkata to Darjeeling, districts are on high alert with warnings issued until Friday, May 23rd, 2025. A cyclonic system brewing in the Arabian Sea and another in the Bay of Bengal could intensify the chaos. Here’s your must-know guide to stay safe and informed.!

Details & Context

The Alipore Weather Office has sounded the alarm for intense weather across West Bengal. Expect thunderstorms, lightning and winds of 30-60 km/h to hit South and North Bengal. South Bengal including Kolkata, Murshidabad and Nadia faces heavy rain today, Thursday, May 22nd, 2025. North Bengal districts like Darjeeling, Cooch Behar and North and South Dinajpur are under a heavy rainfall warning with showers likely to continue until Monday, May 26th, 2025.

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A cyclonic circulation in the eastern Arabian Sea and Karnataka coast is set to become a low-pressure system today, potentially evolving into Cyclone Shakti by May 28th-30th, 2025. Named by Sri Lanka (meaning “power”), it may impact Gujarat’s coast. In the Bay of Bengal, another cyclonic circulation could form by May 26th-28th, affecting coastal Bengal and the Andaman Sea.

Recent X posts report Kolkata’s night time temperature dropping by 5°C to 22.4°C after 40 mm of rain last night. Daytime temperatures today will be around 34°C, down from yesterday’s 36.3°C. High humidity (52-98%) will make afternoons uncomfortable. The southwest monsoon, advancing over the Bay of Bengal is fuelling these conditions and is expected to reach Kerala by May 26th-27th, 2025.

·      District-Wise Alerts for Thursday, May 22nd, 2025

o   South Bengal: Murshidabad is at risk of heavy rain with thunderstorms and 30-40 km/h winds across Kolkata, North and South 24 Parganas, West Medinipur, Jhargram and Nadia. Scattered showers will persist until Monday.

o   North Bengal: Darjeeling, Cooch Behar, North and South Dinajpur and Malda face heavy rain with 40-60 km/h winds. Storms will continue through Saturday, May 24th, 2025.

o   Kolkata: Expect partly cloudy skies turning fully cloudy by afternoon with light to moderate rain and thunderstorms likely in the evening or night.

Quotes

·      Alipore Weather Office: “Cyclonic circulations in the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are driving severe weather. Residents in Kolkata, Murshidabad and Darjeeling should stay vigilant until Friday.”

·      Ayan Ghoshal, Meteorologist: “Cyclone Shakti could form by May 28th, potentially hitting Gujarat. The Bay of Bengal system may bring heavier rain to Bengal’s coast by late May.”

·      X User (@WeatherKolkata): “Last night’s rain cooled Kolkata but humidity is still a pain.! More storms coming today. Stay safe.! #KolkataRain”

Additional Information

·      Cyclone Threat: The Arabian Sea system may intensify into Cyclone Shakti, moving north toward Gujarat by May 28th-30th. In the Bay of Bengal, a new cyclonic circulation could form by May 26th, potentially becoming a low-pressure system affecting Bengal’s coast.

·      Monsoon Update: The southwest monsoon has crossed the southern Bay of Bengal and is entering the central and northern parts. It will likely reach Kerala by May 26th-27th, marking the start of the rainy season.

·      Temperature Trends: Kolkata’s night time temperature dropped to 22.4°C, 5°C below normal, due to recent rains. Daytime temperatures will stay around 34°C with high humidity. No major changes are expected until Sunday, May 25th, 2025.

·      X Insights: Posts on X highlight concerns about waterlogging in Kolkata and potential landslides in Darjeeling. Users are urging residents to avoid low-lying areas and follow weather alerts.

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Impact Analysis

The stormy weather could disrupt life across Bengal

·      Transportation: Waterlogging and low visibility may delay road and rail travel, especially in Kolkata and Murshidabad.

·      Agriculture: Heavy rain could harm crops in Murshidabad and North Dinajpur but may benefit rice farmers by replenishing water sources.

·      Safety Risks: Lightning and winds up to 60 km/h pose dangers, particularly in rural areas. Temporary structures could be damaged.

·      Urban Areas: Kolkata may face waterlogging, impacting evening commutes. North Bengal risks landslides in hilly areas like Darjeeling.

The potential Cyclone Shakti could disrupt Gujarat’s coastal activities while the Bay of Bengal system may bring heavier rain to Bengal by late May.

Conclusion

West Bengal is in for a rough ride with thunderstorms, heavy rain and gusty winds hitting South and North Bengal. Kolkata faces cloudy skies and evening storms while North Bengal risks flooding and landslides. With cyclonic systems brewing in the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, staying updated is key. Follow official weather alerts and take precautions to stay safe.

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