Kolkata Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Wednesday, 12 August 2026: Expect Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms, High of 32°C
Kolkata will experience a significant shift in weather today, Wednesday, 12 August 2026, with heavy thunderstorms and rain anticipated by mid-afternoon. The day's high temperature is forecast at 32°C, while the humidity will be a substantial 97%. Residents should be prepared for increasing chances of rain throughout the morning, escalating to a peak around 2 PM.
Kolkata residents should prepare for a significant shift in weather on Wednesday, 12 August 2026, as heavy thunderstorms and rain are forecast to hit the city, peaking around 2 PM. The day begins with partly cloudy skies and a temperature of 27°C, but conditions will gradually deteriorate, with a substantial 90% chance of rain by the early afternoon. The "feels like" temperature will be a muggy 34°C, with humidity reaching a high of 97%. Hyderabad Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Wednesday, 12 August 2026: Expect Light Drizzle and Partly Cloudy Skies, High of 30°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Wednesday, 12 August 2026 | ||
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Temperature
27°C |
Feels Like
34°C |
High
32°C |
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Low
27°C |
Conditions
Partly cloudy |
Humidity
97% |
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Wind Speed
2 km/h |
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| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Wednesday, 12 August 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Partly cloudy | 22% | 3 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 10% | 4 km/h |
| 04:00 | 26°C | Partly cloudy | 15% | 3 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 26% | 4 km/h |
| 08:00 | 30°C | Overcast | 41% | 4 km/h |
| 10:00 | 31°C | Light drizzle | 54% | 4 km/h |
| 12:00 | 33°C | Light drizzle | 71% | 6 km/h |
| 14:00 | 31°C | Thunderstorm | 90% | 7 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
The outlook indicates a gradual increase in cloud cover and rain probability throughout the morning, escalating to light drizzle by 10 AM. By noon, the chance of rain surges to 71%, setting the stage for the more intense weather expected later. The forecast highlights a maximum wind speed of up to 10 km/h and a considerable 98% chance of rain overall for the day.
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