Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Red Alert for Heavy Rain in North Bengal
The weather department in Kolkata has warned that there will be very heavy rain in the northern part of Bengal until Monday.
After that, from Tuesday, there will be more rain in the southern part of Bengal, including Kolkata.
Places like Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, and Alipurduar will get the most rain on Sunday and Monday.
The rain is happening because of a big weather system in the Bay of Bengal.
People who fish should not go into the sea because of strong winds.
In Kolkata, it's a bit warmer than usual at night and a bit cooler than usual during the day.
Red alert issued for heavy rainfall in north Bengal districts (Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Alipurduar) for the next two days.
Heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in north Bengal, including Cooch Behar and North Dinajpur.
Moderate to heavy rain forecasted in south Bengal from Tuesday, including Kolkata, with thunderstorms and gusty winds.
Kolkata to experience intermittent rain from Sunday, intensifying from Tuesday and continuing through next weekend.
Weather systems, including a low-pressure area and cyclonic circulation, causing prolonged rainfall across West Bengal.
- Who
- Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) at Alipore
- What
- Issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in north Bengal and forecast increased rain activity in south Bengal
- When
- North Bengal alert till Monday; South Bengal alert from Tuesday to Saturday
- Where
- North Bengal (Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, North Dinajpur) and South Bengal (North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Jhargram, Kolkata)
- Why
- Due to a weak low-pressure area and an active cyclonic circulation over the northwest Bay of Bengal
Severe Weather Warning
Public Safety Measures
Weather Alerts
Severe Weather Warning
Red alert issued for heavy rainfall in north Bengal districts (Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Alipurduar) for the next two days.
Public Safety Measures
Public advised to stay indoors, avoid waterlogging areas, and follow local authorities' instructions.
Rainfall Intensity
Severe Weather Warning
Extremely heavy rainfall expected in north Bengal, with moderate to heavy rain in south Bengal.
Public Safety Measures
Authorities urge residents to prepare for potential flooding and power outages.
Weather Systems
Severe Weather Warning
Low-pressure area and cyclonic circulation causing prolonged rainfall.
Public Safety Measures
Fishermen advised to monitor weather updates and avoid venturing into the sea.
- Regions Affected
- North Bengal (Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, North Dinajpur) and South Bengal (North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Jhargram, Kolkata)
- Duration of Alert
- North Bengal: Till Monday; South Bengal: From Tuesday to Saturday
- Expected Rainfall
- Extremely heavy in north Bengal; moderate to heavy in south Bengal
- Weather Conditions
- Low-pressure area, cyclonic circulation, monsoon trough
- Wind Speeds
- 30-40 kmph in south Bengal; 35-45 kmph (gusting to 55 kmph) off West Bengal coast
- Temperature in Kolkata
- Minimum: 27.8°C (0.9°C above normal); Maximum: 33.2°C (0.4°C above normal)
