Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Monday, 31 August 2026: Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Expected, High of 31°C
Kolkata's weather on Monday, 31 August 2026, will transition from light drizzle in the morning to thunderstorms with a 100% chance of rain by midday. Expect high humidity and a 'feels like' temperature of 33°C, with the day's peak temperature reaching 31°C.
Kolkata residents can expect a day of fluctuating weather on Monday, 31 August 2026, beginning with light drizzle and a 'feels like' temperature of 33°C amidst 97% humidity. The actual temperature will hover around a low of 27°C, with the day's high expected to reach 31°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Monday, 31 August 2026 | ||
Temperature 27°C | Feels Like 33°C | High 31°C |
Low 27°C | Conditions Light drizzle | Humidity 97% |
Wind Speed 6 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Monday, 31 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 73% | 7 km/h |
| 02:00 | 26°C | Light drizzle | 59% | 10 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 48% | 11 km/h |
| 06:00 | 26°C | Light drizzle | 46% | 12 km/h |
| 08:00 | 29°C | Light drizzle | 57% | 13 km/h |
| 10:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 86% | 11 km/h |
| 12:00 | 29°C | Thunderstorm | 100% | 11 km/h |
| 14:00 | 29°C | Moderate drizzle | 100% | 14 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The morning will see persistent light drizzle, with wind speeds gradually increasing from 7 km/h at midnight to 13 km/h by 8 AM. A significant shift occurs around noon, as the forecast indicates a 100% chance of thunderstorms and heavy rain from 12 PM onwards. This intense period is expected to continue through the early afternoon, with moderate drizzle and the maximum wind speed of 14 km/h.
Given the forecast for a 100% chance of rain, particularly the thunderstorms expected around midday and early afternoon, carrying an umbrella or waterproofs is advisable for navigating Kolkata today.
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