Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Saturday, 29 August 2026: Expect Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms, High of 33°C
Kolkata weather today, Saturday, 29 August 2026, will see a significant shift from overcast skies to afternoon thunderstorms with a 98% chance of heavy rain. The high temperature will reach 33°C, with humidity at 93%, and a feels-like temperature of 34°C. Be prepared for intense showers and potential hail later in the day.
Kolkata's weather on Saturday, 29 August 2026, will transition from overcast skies and light drizzle this morning to significant thunderstorms and near-total rain by the afternoon, with the mercury expected to peak around 33°C. The day begins with temperatures around 27°C and a muggy 93% humidity, feeling warmer at 34°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Saturday, 29 August 2026 | ||
Temperature 27°C | Feels Like 34°C | High 33°C |
Low 27°C | Conditions Overcast | Humidity 93% |
Wind Speed 3 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Saturday, 29 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Partly cloudy | 24% | 3 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 20% | 3 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 37% | 5 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 48% | 5 km/h |
| 08:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 51% | 6 km/h |
| 10:00 | 31°C | Thunderstorm | 62% | 4 km/h |
| 12:00 | 31°C | Thunderstorm | 79% | 4 km/h |
| 14:00 | 29°C | Thunderstorm with slight hail | 98% | 8 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
Conditions will worsen through the morning, with a thunderstorm developing around 10:00 AM. By 2:00 PM, Kolkata can anticipate thunderstorms accompanied by slight hail and a high chance of rain, reaching 98% probability. Maximum wind speeds are forecast to reach 13 km/h during these intense afternoon showers, necessitating caution for outdoor activities.
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