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Kalbaishakhi | West Bengal Braces for Stormy Weather: Heavy Rain to Flood 12 Districts.!

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18 May, 2025

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Get ready, West Bengal.! A powerful monsoon surge is bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds to 12 districts including Kolkata, starting this Sunday, May 18th, 2025. From Purulia to Darjeeling, the skies are roaring and the forecast predicts a wet and wild week ahead. With temperatures dropping and hailstorms looming, this weather shift is set to shake up daily life across North and South Bengal. Here’s everything you need to know to stay safe and prepared.!

Details & Context
The southwest monsoon is making a bold entry into West Bengal, arriving earlier than expected. On May 13th, 2025 monsoon winds swept into the Nicobar Islands, South Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea as reported by the India Meteorological Department (@IMD). Now, these winds have reached the eastern Bay of Bengal, covering the Andaman Islands and advancing toward central and northern Bay regions. A dynamic cyclonic circulation in the southeast Bay, tilting southwest is fuelling this stormy weather.

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Kolkata woke up to rain on Sunday morning and the IMD predicts continuous showers, lightning and winds of 30-50 km/h through Thursday, May 22nd. South Bengal’s districts including Purulia, Bankura, Birbhum, Murshidabad, East and West Bardhaman and Hooghly are bracing for Kalbaishakhi (nor’westers) with gusts up to 60 km/h. Scattered hailstorms and lightning are also likely, posing risks to outdoor activities.

North Bengal is in for an even rougher ride. Heavy rainfall is forecast for Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar and Jalpaiguri with North Dinajpur facing downpours from Saturday to Monday. All North Bengal districts will see moderate rain, lightning and winds of 30-50 km/h through Wednesday. Kolkata’s temperature, which hit 36.2°C on Saturday is expected to dip to 34°C or lower by Sunday evening, with last night’s low at 25.6°C, 1.5°C below normal. Humidity is at 100% and Saturday’s rainfall measured 7 mm.

West Bengal Weather Report: May 17th–23rd, 2025

Date	Region	Weather Conditions	Temperature	Wind Speed	Precipitation	Alerts/Warnings
May 17th (Sat)	Kolkata	Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Min: 25.6°C, Max: 36.2°C	30–50 km/h (gusty)	7 mm (recorded)	Waterlogging risk, lightning advisory
	South Bengal (Purulia, Bankura, Birbhum, Murshidabad, East/West Bardhaman, Hooghly)	Kalbaishakhi storms, moderate rain, lightning, possible hailstorms	2–3°C drop expected by Wed	50–60 km/h (gusty)	Moderate to heavy	Kalbaishakhi warning, hailstorm risk
	North Bengal (Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, Jalpaiguri, North Dinajpur)	Heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Cooler due to rain	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Heavy, especially in upper districts	Heavy rain alert, landslide risk in hills
May 18th (Sun)	Kolkata	Thunderstorms, lightning, moderate to heavy rain	Max: ~34°C or lower, Min: ~25°C	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Moderate to heavy	Waterlogging, lightning advisory
	South Bengal	Kalbaishakhi storms, moderate to heavy rain, lightning, scattered hailstorms	Cooling trend continues	50–60 km/h (gusty)	Moderate to heavy	Kalbaishakhi warning, hailstorm risk
	North Bengal	Heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Cooler, ~2°C below normal	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Heavy, especially in Darjeeling, Kalimpong	Heavy rain alert, flash flood/landslide risk
May 19th (Mon)	Kolkata	Continued rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Max: ~34°C, Min: ~25°C	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Moderate	Waterlogging risk
	South Bengal	Moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning, reduced hailstorm risk	2–3°C drop by Wed	40–50 km/h (gusty)	Moderate	Storm advisory
	North Bengal	Heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, especially in upper districts	Cooler, ~2°C below normal	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Heavy, North Dinajpur at risk	Heavy rain alert, landslide risk
May 20th (Tue)	Kolkata	Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Max: ~33–34°C, Min: ~24–25°C	30–40 km/h (gusty)	Light to moderate	Monitor for waterlogging
	South Bengal	Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Cooling trend, ~2–3°C drop	40–50 km/h (gusty)	Light to moderate	Storm advisory
	North Bengal	Heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning, peaking in upper districts	Cooler, ~2°C below normal	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Heavy	Heavy rain alert, flash flood risk
May 21st (Wed)	Kolkata	Light rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Max: ~33°C, Min: ~24°C	30–40 km/h (gusty)	Light	Reduced waterlogging risk
	South Bengal	Light rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Max: ~2–3°C below normal	30–40 km/h (gusty)	Light	Reduced storm intensity
	North Bengal	Moderate to heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning	Cooler, ~2°C below normal	30–50 km/h (gusty)	Moderate to heavy	Heavy rain alert, monitor landslides
May 22nd (Thu)	Kolkata	Scattered showers, thunderstorms easing	Max: ~33–34°C, Min: ~24°C	20–30 km/h	Light	Easing weather conditions
	South Bengal	Scattered showers, thunderstorms easing	Max: ~2–3°C below normal	20–30 km/h	Light	Easing weather conditions
	North Bengal	Moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning, easing in upper districts	Cooler, ~2°C below normal	30–40 km/h (gusty)	Moderate	Monitor for residual flood/landslide risks
May 23rd (Fri)	Kolkata	Partly cloudy, light showers possible	Max: ~34°C, Min: ~24–25°C	20–30 km/h	Minimal	Normalizing conditions
	South Bengal	Partly cloudy, light showers possible	Max: ~2°C below normal	20–30 km/h	Minimal	Normalizing conditions
	North Bengal	Light to moderate rain, thunderstorms easing	Cooler, ~1–2°C below normal	20–30 km/h	Light to moderate	Easing, monitor upper districts

Quotes

· “The monsoon’s early arrival is a game-changer. Expect heavy rain and storms across West Bengal for the next few days.” – An @IMD official, quoted in a recent weather bulletin.

· “Kolkata’s streets are already waterlogged. This rain is intense.!” – A local resident’s post on X, reflecting real-time sentiment.

· “Farmers are worried but the cooler weather is a relief.” – A farmer from Purulia, shared via a local news outlet.

Additional Information
The early monsoon surge is linked to a strong cyclonic circulation in the Bay of Bengal, as noted in X posts and @IMD updates. This system is driving moisture-laden winds causing widespread rain and thunderstorms. In South Bengal, districts like Purulia and Bankura are at higher risk of Kalbaishakhi known for sudden destructive winds. North Bengal’s hilly regions, especially Darjeeling and Kalimpong, face potential landslides due to heavy rain, a concern echoed in X discussions.

The @IMD’s forecast aligns with recent web reports, predicting a 2-3°C temperature drop by Wednesday, offering relief from the pre-monsoon heat. However, the high humidity (100% in Kolkata) is making conditions sticky with waterlogging already reported in low-lying areas. X users have shared images of flooded Kolkata streets, urging civic authorities to act. The weather system’s intensity is expected to peak Monday-Tuesday, with North Bengal’s upper districts bearing the brunt.

Impact Analysis
This stormy weather is a double-edged sword for West Bengal. On one hand, the rain and cooler temperatures (down from 36.2°C to ~34°C) provide relief from the scorching heat, benefiting residents and crops in drought-prone areas like Purulia. On the other hand, heavy rain and Kalbaishakhi pose serious risks. Waterlogging in Kolkata could disrupt traffic and daily commutes while hailstorms in South Bengal may damage crops and property. In North Bengal, heavy rain raises fears of flash floods and landslides, especially in Darjeeling and Alipurduar.

X posts highlight public concern with hashtags like #KolkataRain and #WestBengalWeather trending as users share real-time updates. The fishing and agriculture sectors are on high alert with coastal communities advised to avoid sea travel due to gusty winds. Schools and offices may face closures if flooding worsens, and power outages from lightning strikes are a growing worry. The @IMD has issued advisories for farmers to protect crops and for residents to avoid open fields during storms.

Conclusion
West Bengal’s weather is turning wild with heavy rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds sweeping across 12 districts. From Kolkata’s waterlogged streets to Darjeeling’s rain-soaked hills, the early monsoon is making its mark. While the cooler weather brings relief, the risks of flooding, hailstorms and landslides demand caution. As the state navigates this turbulent week, staying informed and prepared is key. Keep an eye on the skies and stay safe, Bengal.!

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