Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 03 July 2026: Expect Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain, High of 33°C
Kolkata's weather on Friday, July 03, 2026, will be dominated by overcast skies, escalating to thunderstorms with a 100% chance of rain by midday. The 'feels like' temperature will reach 34°C due to 95% humidity, with a peak high of 33°C. Prepare for heavy showers and potential hail in the afternoon.
Kolkata can expect a turbulent weather day on Friday, July 03, 2026, with thunderstorms anticipated to strike around midday, bringing a 100% chance of rain and potentially slight hail by the early afternoon. The city will experience peak temperatures of 33°C, but with a high humidity of 95% and a 'feels like' temperature reaching 34°C, conditions will feel significantly more oppressive throughout the day.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Friday, 03 July 2026 | ||
Temperature 27°C | Feels Like 34°C | High 33°C |
Low 26°C | Conditions Overcast | Humidity 95% |
Wind Speed 6 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Friday, 03 July 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 4% | 5 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 14% | 7 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 9% | 8 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 10% | 10 km/h |
| 08:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 24% | 12 km/h |
| 10:00 | 32°C | Light drizzle | 63% | 14 km/h |
| 12:00 | 33°C | Thunderstorm | 90% | 11 km/h |
| 14:00 | 31°C | Thunderstorm with slight hail | 100% | 6 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
Overcast skies will dominate from the early morning, with a light drizzle expected to begin around 6 AM and intensify through the morning hours. By 10 AM, the chance of rain will climb to 63%, escalating sharply to 90% by noon as thunderstorms develop. The heaviest downpours and potential for thunderstorms with slight hail are forecast between 12 PM and 2 PM, with wind speeds peaking at 11 km/h around midday.
Residents are advised to carry umbrellas and prepare for significant rainfall and thunderstorms, particularly during the afternoon. The day's low temperature is projected to be 26°C, offering minimal relief from the muggy conditions.
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