Weather in Kolkata based on NeemTime research
Weather Overview of Kolkata
Kolkata has a tropical wet-and-dry climate, characterized by very hot summers, a strong monsoon season with heavy rainfall, and mild, pleasant winters, along with high humidity for most of the year.
Weather Seasons of Kolkata
Winter (December to February): Mild, dry, and pleasant with cooler mornings and evenings.
Summer (March to May): Very hot and humid with occasional thunderstorms (Kalbaisakhi).
Monsoon (June to September): Hot, humid, and very wet with heavy rainfall.
Post-Monsoon/Autumn (October to November): Warm, humid initially, then gradually pleasant.
Month with the Highest Temperature of Kolkata
May is typically the hottest month, with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 40°C (82°F to 104°F) along with high humidity.
Month with the Lowest Temperature of Kolkata
January is usually the coolest month, with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 26°C (54°F to 79°F).
January Weather of Kolkata
Mild and pleasant, 12–26°C, with dry weather and comfortable conditions.
February Weather of Kolkata
Pleasant, 15–29°C, with increasing warmth and sunshine.
March Weather of Kolkata
Warm, 20–34°C, with rising temperatures and humidity.
April Weather of Kolkata
Hot, 25–37°C, humid with occasional thunderstorms.
May Weather of Kolkata
Hottest month, 28–40°C, very hot and humid with pre-monsoon storms.
June Weather of Kolkata
Hot and humid, 28–35°C, monsoon begins with heavy rainfall.
July Weather of Kolkata
Hot and very wet, 27–32°C, peak monsoon with frequent heavy rain.
August Weather of Kolkata
Warm and humid, 27–32°C, continued rainfall and cloudy skies.
September Weather of Kolkata
Warm and humid, 27–32°C, monsoon gradually weakens with occasional rain.
October Weather of Kolkata
Warm, 25–32°C, decreasing rainfall and improving weather.
November Weather of Kolkata
Pleasant, 20–30°C, dry with comfortable temperatures.
December Weather of Kolkata
Mild, 14–27°C, cool mornings and pleasant sunny days.