Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Heavy Rain Alert for Kolkata Through July 27
Kolkata is going to have a lot of rain from July 24 to July 27.
The weather people say there will be heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
The rain might cause flooding in low areas and make it hard to drive.
People should stay safe by not standing under trees or electric poles during storms.
Fishermen should not go into the sea until July 27 because the weather is very rough.
The temperatures will stay warm and humid.
Heavy rain expected in Kolkata from July 24 to July 27.
Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds forecasted.
Residents advised to avoid shelter under trees or electric poles.
Fishermen warned against venturing into the sea until July 27.
Daytime temperatures to remain around 30°C to 31°C.
- Who
- Residents of Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, North and South 24-Parganas
- What
- Heavy rain and thunderstorms
- When
- July 24 to July 27
- Where
- Kolkata and surrounding districts
- Why
- Upper-air cyclonic circulation over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining Bangladesh, along with an active monsoon trough
Residents' Concerns
Government's Advisory
Safety Measures
Residents' Concerns
Residents are worried about waterlogging and traffic disruptions.
Government's Advisory
The IMD advises avoiding shelter under trees or electric poles during thunderstorms.
- Forecast Period
- July 24 to July 27
- Expected Rainfall
- Heavy to very heavy rain at isolated places
- Thunderstorm Warnings
- Lightning and gusty winds of 30 to 40 kmph
- Daytime Temperatures
- 30°C to 31°C
- Minimum Temperatures
- 26°C to 27°C
- Fishermen's Advisory
- Avoid venturing into the sea until July 27
