Will the Met Office Bring Good News for Durga Puja in Bengal?
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Synopsis
Kolkata's Durga Puja celebrations are set to go on without heavy rain for the first two days, according to the Met Office. However, changing weather patterns indicate potential downpours later in the week, stirring excitement and concern among revelers. Stay updated on the weather and enjoy the festivities safely!
Key Takeaways
- No heavy rain expected in Kolkata for the first two days of Durga Puja.
- Isolated light showers may occur in some areas.
- A low-pressure system will bring heavy rainfall from Thursday.
- Fishermen advised to stay ashore starting October 1.
- Thunderstorm warnings issued for five districts in north Bengal.
Kolkata, Sep 28 (NationPress) In a comforting update for Durga Puja enthusiasts in Kolkata, the Met Office announced on Sunday that heavy rain is unlikely in the next two days, although there may be isolated light showers in certain parts of the state capital.
However, a shift in weather is expected from Wednesday night (Navami) as a low-pressure system is anticipated to form over the Bay of Bengal, which could lead to significant rainfall in Kolkata on Thursday (Dashami) and Friday.
On Sunday (Shasthi), the skies cleared in the morning, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the city. As the rain held off, Puja celebrants flocked to various Durga Puja mandaps. Nonetheless, scattered light rain might occur later in the day in some localities.
A Met Department representative stated: "There is no chance of heavy rain until Ashtami (Tuesday). Another low-pressure area will develop on Navami (Wednesday), resulting in heavy rain across all southern Bengal districts, including Kolkata, on Dashami and Ekadashi. This low-pressure system will also cause rough seas, prompting warnings for fishermen to avoid the waters starting October 1."
Forecasts indicate minimal chances of rain in southern Bengal on Monday and Tuesday, but heavy rain is likely in Kolkata, Nadia, North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Howrah, Hooghly, and Jhargram from Thursday.
In north Bengal, a thunderstorm warning has been issued for five districts on Sunday. Scattered thunderstorms are expected in Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, North Dinajpur, South Dinajpur, and Malda districts. Rainfall will reduce in north Bengal from Monday, but thunderstorms may occur across all districts on Wednesday, intensifying from Thursday.
Meanwhile, the minimum temperature recorded in Kolkata on Sunday was 27.8 degrees, while Saturday's maximum temperature reached 32.6 degrees.
Point of View
I emphasize the importance of staying informed during significant cultural events like Durga Puja. While the Met Office brings reassuring news about the initial days, we must prepare for the forecasted weather changes. Our coverage aims to keep the public updated, ensuring that celebrations can proceed with caution and joy.
NationPress
28/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it rain during Durga Puja?
The Met Office has predicted no heavy rain for the first two days, but isolated light showers are possible.
When will heavy rain occur in Kolkata?
Heavy rain is expected in Kolkata from Thursday, due to a low-pressure area forming in the Bay of Bengal.
What precautions should fishermen take?
Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea starting October 1 due to rough seas caused by the impending low-pressure system.
What is the weather forecast for north Bengal?
North Bengal is expected to experience thunderstorms on Sunday, with rain subsiding from Monday but increasing again on Wednesday.
What was the temperature in Kolkata on Sunday?
The minimum temperature in Kolkata on Sunday was 27.8 degrees.
