Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Tuesday, 18 August 2026: Expect Light Drizzle, Showers and Thunderstorms, High of 29°C
Kolkata's weather today, Tuesday, 18 August 2026, features light drizzle escalating to thunderstorms. Expect a high of 29°C and a low of 26°C with humidity at 96%. Moderate rain showers are forecast for midday, followed by thunderstorms in the early afternoon, with wind speeds around 13 km/h.
Kolkata's weather on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, will be characterised by persistent light drizzle throughout much of the day, escalating to moderate showers and potential thunderstorms by the afternoon, with the mercury peaking at 29°C. The city will experience a high temperature of 29°C and a low of 26°C, with a notably high humidity level of 96%. The actual feel of the weather will be around 31°C. Pune Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Tuesday, 18 August 2026: Expect Overcast Skies and Persistent Drizzle, High of 26°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Tuesday, 18 August 2026 | ||
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Temperature
26°C |
Feels Like
31°C |
High
29°C |
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Low
26°C |
Conditions
Light drizzle |
Humidity
96% |
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Wind Speed
13 km/h |
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| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Tuesday, 18 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 26°C | Light drizzle | 78% | 13 km/h |
| 02:00 | 26°C | Overcast | 76% | 12 km/h |
| 04:00 | 26°C | Overcast | 62% | 11 km/h |
| 06:00 | 26°C | Overcast | 54% | 11 km/h |
| 08:00 | 28°C | Overcast | 57% | 12 km/h |
| 10:00 | 30°C | Light drizzle | 81% | 11 km/h |
| 12:00 | 30°C | Moderate rain showers | 96% | 12 km/h |
| 14:00 | 30°C | Thunderstorm | 94% | 11 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The day begins with light drizzle and a 78% chance of rain at midnight, with overcast skies expected as the early morning progresses. By midday, around 12:00 PM, moderate rain showers are forecast, with the probability of rain reaching 96%. A significant shift occurs in the early afternoon, with thunderstorms predicted around 2:00 PM, accompanied by heavy rain and gusty winds. While the forecast maximum wind speed is 16 km/h, the prevailing wind speed today will be around 13 km/h. Residents should carry an umbrella for the anticipated afternoon downpours and potential thunderstorms.
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