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Bay of Bengal Low Pressure Intensifies, Heavy Rain and Gusty Winds Hit Districts

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The Bay of Bengal is stirring up trouble again with a strengthening low pressure system that’s set to dump heavy rain across West Bengal. As of August 28th, 2025 this weather beast has turned into a well-marked low pressure area off the Odisha coast, promising gusty winds, thunderstorms and possible flooding in several districts. If you’re in Kolkata or nearby, brace for cloudy skies, sudden downpours and humid discomfort that could make daily life a bit messy. This update draws from fresh data by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and real-time buzz on social media like X, where weather watchers are sharing alerts to keep everyone safe.

Details & Context

Let’s break it down simply. A low pressure area popped up over the northwest Bay of Bengal, right off the Odisha-West Bengal coasts, thanks to an upper air cyclonic circulation. It formed around August 26th, 2025 and by the next day, it had beefed up into a well-marked low pressure system. IMD reports show it’s hanging out over south coastal Odisha and nearby spots as of August 27th evening and it’s expected to crawl west-northwest across interior Odisha and into Chhattisgarh over the next day or so. This isn’t just a passing cloud – it’s pulling in moist winds from the sea, cranking up the monsoon action.

In West Bengal, the impact is hitting both south and north regions hard. For south Bengal, including Kolkata, today (Thursday) might not see super heavy rain everywhere but scattered thunderstorms with lightning are on the cards. Winds could gust up to 30-40 km/h, making it feel like a wild ride. Come Friday, things ramp up – rain amounts spike with isolated heavy showers in places like Bankura and West Medinipur districts. Saturday keeps the party going with more widespread rain, lightning and those same gusty winds across all south Bengal districts. By Sunday and Monday, the rain might ease a bit but high humidity from all that sea moisture will leave you feeling sticky and uncomfortable – peaking on Monday.

Up north, it’s even wetter. Districts like Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling are under heavy rain watch for Thursday. Friday shifts the focus to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri with heavy downpours in spots, while other areas get thunderstorms. Saturday could soak Alipurduar and Cooch Behar heavily but rain tapers off by Sunday and Monday in the north. This lines up with IMD’s forecast of heavy rain in northern West Bengal till August 29th, driven by an active monsoon trough.

·       Fishermen, listen up: No venturing into the north Bay of Bengal until Friday. That’s a strict no-go for folks from Bengal and Odisha coasts, as rough seas and strong winds could turn deadly. The system is tilting south but will push west and northwest, mainly affecting Odisha-adjacent zones at first but West Bengal won't escape the splash.

This low pressure isn’t alone – it’s part of a bigger monsoon wave. Similar systems have been forming lately, like one on August 18th that brought heavy rains to Andhra Pradesh. Weather trackers on X are calling it a “fresh low pressure” that's intensifying monsoon vibes across Odisha, Chhattisgarh and beyond.

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·       Weather experts and official handles on X are buzzing with updates. IMD’s official account shared: “Under the influence of an upper air cyclonic circulation over northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha-West Bengal coasts, a #LowPressure area has formed over northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha coast at 0530 hrs IST of today, the #26th August, 2025. It is likely to move west-northwestwards and become more marked during next 2 days.” That's straight from @Indiametdept, emphasizing the need to stay alert.

·       Sakha Sanap, a scientist at IMD Pune, noted: “A low pressure area has formed over the Northwest bay of Bengal off the Odisha coast at 0530 hrs IST of today.”

·       Meanwhile, weather enthusiast Natarajan Ganesan tweeted: “The low-pressure area over northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha coast persists. It is likely to move slowly west-northwestwards and become more marked during next 2 days over the same region.”

·       From the ground, K S Hosalikar, a senior IMD scientist, updated on August 27th: “Well Marked Low Pressure area lay ovr south coastal Odisha & nbhd at 1730 hrs of today. It likly to move WNW wards across interior Odisha & Chh'garh in nxt 24 hrs. Possibility of mod to hvy RF ovr S Konkan & parts of interior of Mah too.” These voices highlight how this system is evolving fast.

Additional Information

Diving deeper from social media and web digs, this low pressure is sparking alerts across neighboring states too. Odisha is on high watch with heavy to very heavy rain expected in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Maharashtra and Odisha itself. Tamil Nadu ports have cyclone warnings up due to squally winds and rough seas, advising fishermen to stay ashore. Northeast spots like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya and more are under heavy rain alerts, while Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Jammu-Kashmir and others could see downpours.

On X, posts from @allindiaweather show massive intensification in related systems like a depression over Bay of Bengal moving west, triggering rains in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Another from @PrameyaEnglish confirms the formation and movement. Cumulative monsoon rainfall data up to August 27th shows active patterns with more systems likely forming soon. Myanmar’s weather service even notes this well-marked low affecting their forecasts. All this keeps the content fresh – no old news here, just the latest from August 2025.

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Impact Analysis

This weather shift isn’t just about getting wet; it could disrupt life big time. In West Bengal, gusty winds at 30-40 km/h might knock down trees, power lines or weak structures, especially in coastal districts. Heavy rain in north Bengal could lead to landslides in hilly areas like Darjeeling, while south Bengal faces urban flooding in low-lying Kolkata spots. Humidity spikes mean more discomfort – think sweaty days even without rain, raising health risks like dehydration or skin issues.

·       Fishermen are hit hardest: Bans on sea trips till Friday mean lost income but it’s for safety amid rough waves. Broader impacts.? Travel delays, school closures and crop damage in rain-soaked fields. Nearby states like Odisha might see floods, as past systems have caused havoc. On the flip side, this rain could refill reservoirs, helping water shortages post-monsoon. But overall, vigilance is key to avoid tragedies.

Conclusion

As this Bay of Bengal low pressure system flexes its muscles, West Bengal is in for a wet and windy ride through the weekend. From Kolkata’s cloudy skies to north Bengal’s heavy soakers, staying informed is your best defense. With IMD and social media keeping tabs, we can navigate this monsoon bump smoothly. Remember, weather changes fast, so check updates regularly for the safest path forward.

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