Kolkata Weather: Sunny Skies Return as Temperature Rises to 27°C
Kolkata enjoyed a sunny Sunday as the city's maximum temperature climbed four degrees to reach 27°C, according to meteorological reports. Despite this increase, the temperature remained significantly below the normal level, standing at 7.5 degrees lower than the typical seasonal average.
Temperature Details and Weather Patterns
The minimum temperature recorded on Sunday was 19.7°C, showing a slight rise from Saturday's low of 19.2°C. This warming trend follows the departure of weather systems that had previously affected the region.
Key factors influencing the weather change include:
- The low-pressure trough over south Bengal that persisted on Saturday has moved away
- A western disturbance stretching from Haryana to Chhattisgarh has also dissipated
- These changes have resulted in clear skies across Kolkata
Forecast for the Coming Days
The Regional Meteorological Centre predicts that temperatures will continue to rise steadily over the next three to four days, gradually approaching normal levels. Weather scientist Sourish Bandopadhyay from the Regional Meteorological Centre stated, "The first half of the week is going to be mostly sunny and dry. The day temperature will rise slowly."
However, residents should prepare for potential weather changes later in the week:
- Another low-pressure trough is expected to develop
- Thunderstorms are forecast for March 27-28
- These systems may bring precipitation and possible hailstorms
Recent Weather Activity in Kolkata
The current sunny conditions follow a period of unsettled weather. Late Friday night, a thunderstorm triggered overnight rain across the city. On Saturday morning, Kolkata woke up to overcast skies and steady drizzles that continued throughout parts of the day.
Notable aspects of the recent weather include:
- Hailstorms occurred in some parts of the city
- Precipitation was precipitated by two trough systems
- The weather transitioned from rainy to clear within a short period
As Kolkata residents enjoy the current sunny spell, meteorological authorities advise staying informed about the potential thunderstorms expected later in the week. The temperature rise represents a significant shift from the below-normal conditions that have characterized recent weather patterns in the region.
