West Bengal Weather Forecast: Widespread Rain Along With Storms and Hail Expected
West Bengal's weather is set to take center stage this week as substantial rainfall is anticipated across the state. According to the Alipore Weather Office, districts are preparing for rain, with warnings of thunderstorms and hail accompanying gusty winds affecting several areas.
Starting today, rain will sweep across multiple districts of West Bengal, with some areas experiencing heavy downpours. This weather pattern is due to the influence of significant steam influx from the Bay of Bengal, as well as two western disturbances affecting the region.
The upcoming days will witness rain primarily throughout the northwestern parts, particularly districts such as Bankura, Purulia, and West Midnapore. The weather patterns forecast thunderstorms with wind speeds reaching 40 to 50 kilometers per hour. Yellow alerts have been issued for these regions, along with areas like Howrah, Hugli, and North 24 Parganas, as officials predict possible hailstorms and rainfall combined with stormy weather.
On Saturday, February 22, the predicted maximum temperature for Purulia is expected to hover around 32 degrees Celsius, with minimum temperatures dropping to about 17 degrees Celsius. This fluctuation indicates the transitioning nature of the season, leading to noticeable changes. Indeed, this transition season brings increasing temperatures after rainfall, as seen by the swift rise of mercury levels following the bouts of rain.
Meanwhile, northern Bengal appears to be experiencing signs of thawing, with conditions improving post-rain. The sunshine playing peek-a-boo with thick morning fog seems to have cast some cheer among the residents. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported possibilities of light to moderate showers persisting over several districts, including Kalimpong and Darjeeling, with elevated areas perhaps receiving snow.
Weather conditions across North Bengal have been favorable, bringing much-needed respite after the dry spell. The region has seen light snowfall and improved visibility, piquing local interest due to the contrasting weather patterns between northern and southern parts of the state.
With the forecast indicating scattered showers interspersed with sunshine, the northern districts are expected to bid farewell to biting cold gradually throughout the week. The abrupt weather transitions, with temperature fluctuances of 2 to 3 degrees Celsius, will affect daily life and lifestyle choices.
Looking forward, Sunday may usher even more rain, especially across southern regions like East and West Midnapore, Murshidabad, and Bardhaman. The meteorological department anticipates West Bengal will witness continuation of rain with slight increases of temperatures across the board, especially following any precipitation events which typically raise the air’s moisture content and warmth.
The coastal regions of South Bengal face the brunt of these changing weather conditions, marked with stormy weather warnings over the weekend. Local authorities are on alert for possible impacts on daily activities, especially roadway travel.
Tuesday could bring partial clear skies and some sunshine returning post-rain, yet fluctuations will remain common due to persistent weather dynamics, with effects felt from the northern storms to the southern floods.
All eyes remain on the continued forecasts from the IMD, with the hope for favorable weather conditions to positively impact agriculture, daily routines, and festival celebrations slated for this time of the year.
Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and take precautions, especially during periods of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, to safeguard from unexpected weather impacts. With changes looming, West Bengal's diverse weather remains ever fascinating, keeping locals and visitors alike on their toes.
Weekends should spell caution as gusty winds combined with the forecast rain could make outdoor plans difficult, urging people to prepare accordingly. Despite the tumultuous weather, it is hoped the overall trends lead to beneficial outcomes, bridging seasonal shifts effectively across the culturally rich state of West Bengal.