Rain forecast Kolkata, south Bengal from Monday; dry by Thursday
Synopsis
Kolkata and south Bengal are in for three days of scattered rain and thunderstorms from Monday, with a Yellow alert issued for four districts on Wednesday. The good news for festivalgoers: Kali Puja on Sunday stays dry, though Bhai Dooj may see showers before clear skies return by Thursday.
Key Takeaways
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast scattered rain with thunderstorms in Kolkata and south Bengal for three days from Monday, 11 November .
No rain is expected on Kali Puja (Sunday) ; showers may occur on Bhai Dooj .
A Yellow alert has been issued for North 24 Parganas , South 24 Parganas , East Midnapore , and West Midnapore on Wednesday.
A thunderstorm warning is in place for Darjeeling , Jalpaiguri , and Kalimpong on Tuesday.
Dry weather will return across south Bengal from Thursday onwards.
Kolkata's minimum temperature on Sunday was 21.2°C ; mercury expected to rise by 2–3°C over three days.
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Kolkata, has forecast scattered rain with thunderstorms across Kolkata and several south Bengal districts for three consecutive days starting Monday, 11 November 2026, while confirming clear skies for Kali Puja on Sunday. No heavy rain is expected anywhere in the region during the forecast period.
Rain Alert for South Bengal Districts
According to the meteorological office, Kolkata will see the possibility of scattered showers for three days from Monday. Thunderstorms and one or two spells of rain are expected in Howrah, Hooghly, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, Murshidabad, and Nadia districts. Other southern districts may receive rain on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The RMC has issued a 'Yellow' alert for North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, and West Midnapore on Wednesday, with scattered rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds anticipated in some areas. Dry weather is set to return across south Bengal from Thursday onwards.
Festive Relief: Kali Puja and Bhai Dooj
Residents will find some festive relief in the forecast. The RMC has confirmed no rain is expected on Kali Puja (Sunday), allowing celebrations to proceed uninterrupted. However, rain may occur on Bhai Dooj, which falls on Monday or Tuesday, according to the forecast.
North Bengal Weather Outlook
North Bengal will also see rain activity during this period. Thunderstorms are likely in North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur, and Malda from Monday, with the remaining northern districts expecting rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. A specific thunderstorm warning has been issued for Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, and Kalimpong on Tuesday. Notably, the rain will remain light, and officials say there is no possibility of any major disaster.
Temperature Trend: Slight Rise Ahead
No significant temperature change is expected in the next 24 hours across West Bengal. However, the mercury is projected to rise gradually by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the following three days. The minimum temperature in Kolkata on Sunday morning was recorded at 21.2 degrees Celsius, which is within normal range. The maximum temperature on Saturday stood at 30 degrees Celsius, one degree below normal.
With dry weather expected to return by Thursday, the extended festive period is likely to see improving conditions through the week.
Point of View
Any rain disruption would affect millions of celebrations across the state. The RMC's explicit 'no rain on Kali Puja' assurance is as much a public reassurance as a meteorological bulletin. What deserves attention is the Yellow alert on Wednesday: gusty winds combined with thunderstorms in densely populated districts like North and South 24 Parganas can cause localised damage even without 'heavy rain' — a distinction the advisory does not always communicate clearly to the public.
NationPress
8 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it rain in Kolkata during Kali Puja 2026?
No, the Regional Meteorological Centre has confirmed there is no possibility of rain in Kolkata on Kali Puja Sunday. Clear weather is expected for the festival, with rain returning only from Monday onwards.
Which districts in West Bengal are under a Yellow alert?
The RMC has issued a Yellow alert for North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, and West Midnapore on Wednesday, 13 November. Scattered rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are expected in these districts.
Will it rain on Bhai Dooj in West Bengal?
Yes, rain is likely on Bhai Dooj, which falls on Monday or Tuesday according to the forecast. The RMC has included those days in the three-day rain alert for Kolkata and south Bengal districts.
What is the weather forecast for north Bengal this week?
Thunderstorms are forecast for North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur, and Malda from Monday, with the rest of north Bengal expecting rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. A thunderstorm warning has been issued specifically for Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, and Kalimpong on Tuesday, though rain will be light with no risk of major disaster.
When will dry weather return to south Bengal?
Dry weather is expected to return to south Bengal from Thursday, 14 November, onwards. No significant temperature change is expected in the next 24 hours, though the mercury may rise by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the following three days.
