Will South Bengal Experience Light to Moderate Rain After Cyclone Montha?
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Synopsis
As Cyclone Montha weakens, its aftermath is set to bring light to moderate rain to south Bengal and Kolkata. Discover the expected weather patterns and impacts as the cyclone's influence continues to linger in the region.
Key Takeaways
- South Bengal and Kolkata are expected to receive light to moderate rain.
- The rain is an after-effect of Cyclone Montha.
- Rainfall intensity will decrease from Thursday onwards.
- Heavy rain is likely in some western districts on Thursday and Friday.
- Temperature in Kolkata is currently above normal.
Kolkata, Oct 29 (NationPress) As Cyclone Montha weakens, light to moderate rainfall is expected across districts in south Bengal and Kolkata on Wednesday, according to the Met Office.
The precipitation is attributed to the indirect effects of the cyclone, which made landfall on the coast of Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday night.
An official from the Regional Meteorological Centre in Alipore, Kolkata, stated: "Due to the after-effects of the cyclone, light to moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms is anticipated across several districts. The rain is expected to taper off starting Thursday. While the cyclone did not directly impact our state, the outer bands of the system impacted the West Bengal coast, leading to rainfall in south Bengal yesterday. This pattern is expected to continue today. Kolkata experienced mild rain and gusty winds yesterday."
Rain is expected in Kolkata as well as in the districts of East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Jhargram, South 24 Parganas, North 24 Parganas, Howrah, and Hooghly, according to the official.
On Thursday and Friday, there is a possibility of heavy rain at isolated locations, particularly in the western districts of Purulia, Birbhum, Murshidabad, East Burdwan, and West Burdwan. The intensity of rainfall in south Bengal is expected to decrease from Saturday, with clearer skies predicted from Sunday onward.
In north Bengal, light rain is anticipated in the districts of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Malda, and North Dinajpur later in the day, with an increase in rainfall expected from Thursday.
Heavy to very heavy rainfall is possible in all northern districts on Friday.
Although rain is projected to diminish over the weekend, some areas in north Bengal may still experience rain accompanied by thunderstorms.
On Tuesday, the maximum temperature recorded in Kolkata was 32.9 degrees Celsius, which is 2 degrees above normal, while the minimum temperature was 26 degrees Celsius, exceeding normal by 3.4 degrees.
Point of View
I believe it is crucial to communicate accurate and timely information regarding weather conditions. The impact of Cyclone Montha highlights the unpredictable nature of weather in our region. We advise residents to stay informed and prepared for changing conditions.
NationPress
01/11/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What regions will be affected by the rain from Cyclone Montha?
The rain will primarily affect south Bengal and Kolkata, including districts like East Midnapore, West Midnapore, Jhargram, and others.
How long will the rain last?
Light to moderate rain is expected throughout Wednesday, with a reduction anticipated from Thursday.
Will there be heavy rainfall in the coming days?
Yes, heavy rain is possible in certain western districts on Thursday and Friday.
What is the expected temperature in Kolkata?
The maximum temperature in Kolkata was recorded at 32.9 degrees Celsius, which is above normal.
Is there a chance of thunderstorms?
Yes, thunderstorms are expected to accompany the rain in several districts.
