Relief Rains Bring Temperature Drop in Kolkata, Stormy Weather Ahead
In a welcome turn of events, Kolkata and its surrounding areas experienced a meaningful drop in temperature thanks to refreshing rains on Tuesday night. As the city breathes a sigh of relief, forecasts indicate that stormy weather may continue into Wednesday, with the potential for oppressive heat in some regions. The Alipore Meteorological Department has predicted that this weather pattern will persist until thursday, keeping residents on their toes.
on Wednesday, Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 23.2 degrees Celsius, marking a notable decrease of 6 degrees. The skies have remained overcast as morning, with gusty winds expected to reach speeds of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour alongside the rain.However, areas like South 24 Parganas and parts of West Medinipur may still face heatwave conditions. Meanwhile, northern districts are bracing for their share of storms, with orange alerts issued for North Dinajpur and Jalpaiguri, while Darjeeling has been placed under a yellow alert for heavy rainfall. As the weather fluctuates, residents are reminded to stay prepared for the unexpected, balancing the relief of cooler temperatures with the potential for severe weather.
