Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 28 August 2026: Expect Thunderstorms and High Humidity, High of 33°C
Kolkata's weather on Friday, August 28, 2026, will be dominated by thunderstorms and high humidity, reaching 91%. The 'feels like' temperature is expected to hit 35°C, with a peak high of 33°C. Heavy showers and storms are most likely in the afternoon, so residents should be prepared for significant rain.
Kolkata can expect significant weather shifts on Friday, August 28, 2026, as thunderstorms are forecast to dominate the day, accompanied by a high of 33°C and a 'feels like' temperature of 35°C. The humidity will be a substantial 91% throughout the day. The most intense period of storms and an 80% chance of rain is expected around 2 PM, with earlier periods also seeing light drizzle and overcast conditions from midnight, including a 60% chance of rain around noon. Mumbai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Friday, 28 August 2026: Persistent Drizzle and High Humidity, High of 30°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Friday, 28 August 2026 | ||
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Temperature
28°C |
Feels Like
35°C |
High
33°C |
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Low
28°C |
Conditions
Thunderstorm |
Humidity
91% |
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Wind Speed
3 km/h |
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| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Friday, 28 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 28°C | Thunderstorm | 22% | 3 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 45% | 3 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 41% | 3 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 32% | 6 km/h |
| 08:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 24% | 4 km/h |
| 10:00 | 31°C | Overcast | 39% | 3 km/h |
| 12:00 | 32°C | Light drizzle | 60% | 3 km/h |
| 14:00 | 30°C | Thunderstorm | 80% | 8 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
Despite the overall thunderstorm forecast, early morning hours from midnight to 4 AM will see lighter rain chances, ranging from 22% to 45%, with temperatures hovering around 27°C to 28°C and minimal wind at 3 km/h. By 6 AM, conditions will be overcast with a slight increase in wind to 6 km/h. The chance of rain surges significantly in the afternoon, peaking with thunderstorms around 2 PM, making it crucial for residents to carry umbrellas and stay prepared for heavy downpours.
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