Monsoon Alert: Persistent Rainfall, Thunderstorms, and Lightning Forecast Across West Bengal Including Kolkata
Kolkata, West Bengal are bracing for severe weather conditions as the regional meteorological department issues a district-wide rainfall and thunderstorm alert for the upcoming week. Citizens can expect gusty winds and frequent lightning alongside heavy downpours until the week concludes, prompting authorities to urge heightened preparedness.
Weather Forecast Highlights
According to the latest weather update from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), radar systems predict sustained rainfall activity across nearly all districts in West Bengal. Meteorologist sources indicate potential rates of 7-10 cm/hour in multiple zones, with convective storms becoming increasingly common. Thunderstorms will progress westward daily, while lightning activity remains particularly active in Howrah, Nadia, and Purulia regions.
Extending Weather Advisories
The current conditions – marked by monsoon-fed atmospheric instability – will maintain hazardous weather patterns for an extended duration. Skymet Weather, a forecasting agency monitoring the area, notes: “The well-marked low-pressure system originating from the Bay of Bengal will keep weather dynamics volatile through week’s end, potentially impacting harvest operations in Bardhaman and Jalpaiguri.”
Transport officials already report 15% delays on major railway routes east of Kolkata, citing ongoing track inspections during intermittent squalls. School administrations across South 24 Parganas have postponed outdoor activities following over 12 weather-related accidents reported during yesterday’s pre-monsoon showers.
Grid Downgraded to Colossal Lightning Risk
The weather surveillance grid has upgraded lightning alerts to “extreme” levels across three separate districts. Thunderstorms with wind velocities exceeding 40 km/h will produce flash floods in low-lying areas while maximum temperatures dip below seasonal averages by 3-5°C.
The India Meteorological Department remains on high alert, advising citizens to shelter indoors during storm activity. Residents are encouraged to track frequent weather advisories from Prime News Network for evolving updates.
