Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Wednesday, 05 August 2026: Expect Thunderstorms with Hail, High of 33°C
Kolkata's weather on Wednesday, 05 August 2026, will be marked by intense thunderstorms and a chance of hail, especially in the afternoon. Expect a high of 33°C, but a high humidity of 93% will make it feel much warmer, reaching up to 34°C. Carry an umbrella as the chance of rain is 99%.
Kolkata can expect turbulent weather today, Wednesday, 05 August 2026, with thunderstorms and a chance of hail dominating the afternoon hours, particularly around 12:00 PM. The day begins with light drizzle and a high humidity of 93%, making the ambient 28°C feel like a much warmer 34°C. A significant chance of rain, reaching up to 99% by midday, indicates that wet conditions will be a constant factor. Shimla Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Wednesday, 05 August 2026: Expect Thunderstorms with Slight Hail, High of 18°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Wednesday, 05 August 2026 | ||
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Temperature
28°C |
Feels Like
34°C |
High
33°C |
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Low
27°C |
Conditions
Light drizzle |
Humidity
93% |
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Wind Speed
9 km/h |
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| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Wednesday, 05 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Light drizzle | 22% | 8 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 31% | 3 km/h |
| 04:00 | 26°C | Moderate drizzle | 41% | 9 km/h |
| 06:00 | 26°C | Overcast | 48% | 8 km/h |
| 08:00 | 29°C | Overcast | 55% | 7 km/h |
| 10:00 | 32°C | Light drizzle | 81% | 7 km/h |
| 12:00 | 27°C | Thunderstorm with slight hail | 97% | 12 km/h |
| 14:00 | 28°C | Thunderstorm | 100% | 10 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The forecast points to a dramatic shift in conditions from early morning light drizzle to intense thunderstorms. By 10:00 AM, the chance of rain will have escalated to 81%, with temperatures climbing. The peak intensity is expected around 2:00 PM with 100% rain probability and thunderstorms. While the high temperature for the day is predicted at 33°C and the low at 27°C, the oppressive humidity and the threat of severe afternoon weather are the day's main story.
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