·       Cyclonic Storm Bengal 2025

·       West Bengal cyclonic storm August 2025

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·       Cyclonic storm brings heavy rain till Aug 6th. Check Kolkata and North Bengal forecasts.! #TheDailyHints

A powerful cyclonic system in the Bay of Bengal is set to drench West Bengal with heavy rain from August 1st to August 6th, 2025. South Bengal faces scattered showers with gusty winds while North Bengal braces for extreme downpours up to 200 mm. Kolkata will see humid days and rising temperatures with relief expected by Tuesday. Want to know how this weather chaos will affect you? Here’s the full forecast.!

Details & Context
West Bengal is gearing up for a wet week as a cyclonic circulation over the North Bay of Bengal, stretching from Gangetic West Bengal to Bangladesh, unleashes intense monsoon activity. According to the India Meteorological Department (@IMD), this system, elevated 7.3 km above sea level is fueling a monsoon trough from Sriganganagar to Diamond Harbour. The result.? Widespread rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph across South and North Bengal from August 1st, 2025. X posts from @IMD_India and @WeatherKolkata confirm the buzz with thousands of shares warning of potential flooding in low-lying areas.

On Friday, August 1st, South Bengal will experience light to moderate rain across all districts with heavy rainfall (70-110 mm) forecast for West Bardhaman, Birbhum and Purulia. From Saturday, August 2nd, rain intensity will spike in districts like North and South 24 Parganas, Kolkata, Nadia, Murshidabad and Hooghly, accompanied by thunderstorms. By Sunday, August 3rd, rainfall in South Bengal will taper off with no heavy rain expected from August 3rd-6th. North Bengal, however, faces a tougher spell. Districts like Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar and Cooch Behar are set for heavy to very heavy rain (110-200 mm) on August 2nd with continuous downpours through Monday. Lighter showers will persist until Thursday, August 7th.

Kolkata is in for a humid, sticky weekend. On August 1st, expect minimal rain but high humidity (up to 99%) and rising temperatures, making afternoons uncomfortable. Rain will pick up from Saturday to Monday, easing by Tuesday. Recent X posts from @BengalWeather like “Kolkata’s humidity is brutal today.! #BengalWeather” reflect public sentiment, while news outlets like @Anandabazar and @TheTelegraph report on flood risks in North Bengal.

Quotes

·       “Heavy rain is expected across North Bengal with 110-200 mm in Darjeeling and Kalimpong. Stay cautious.!” – @IMD official, quoted on @IMD_India.

·       “Kolkata’s humidity is unbearable today. Brace for more rain this weekend.! #BengalWeather” – @WeatherKolkata, a trending X post.

·       “This cyclonic system could cause flooding in low-lying areas. Farmers need to act fast,” – Aniruddha Roy, a meteorologist, in @TheTelegraph.

·       “North Bengal’s rain is worrying. Roads are already waterlogged.!” – @NorthBengalNews, an X user reporting local conditions.

Additional Information
The cyclonic circulation is driven by an active monsoon trough with its axis running through Sriganganagar, Rohtak, Ranch, and Diamond Harbour. This has amplified rainfall across Bengal, with the past 24 hours (July 31st-August 1st) recording significant precipitation:

·       Canning (110 mm)

·       Bankura (100 mm)

·       Sagar Island (90 mm)

·       Salt Lake (70 mm)

·       Kalimpong (110 mm).

North Bengal districts like Darjeeling (66 mm) and Jalpaiguri (60 mm) are already waterlogged, raising concerns about landslides and river overflow.

IMD’s forecast aligns with global weather models, as noted on X by @WeatherIndia: “Bay of Bengal’s cyclonic system is intensifying monsoon rains. #WestBengal brace for impact.!” The absence of heavy rain in South Bengal post-August 3rd offers relief but North Bengal’s prolonged downpours could disrupt travel and agriculture. Kolkata’s high humidity (99%) is a hot topic on X, with users like @KolkataUpdates complaining, “This weather is a sweaty mess! When will it cool down?”

The IMD advises caution for fishermen and residents in flood-prone areas. Past incidents like the 2023 Bengal floods, highlight the risks of such weather systems with web sources like @IndiaToday warning of potential urban flooding in Kolkata and landslides in Darjeeling. The forecast for August 6th-7th suggests lighter rain, offering hope for recovery.

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Impact Analysis
This weather event will significantly impact West Bengal’s daily life, economy and infrastructure. In North Bengal, heavy rain (110-200 mm) in Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Jalpaiguri raises fears of landslides, especially after 2023’s incidents that damaged roads and homes. Farmers face crop losses, particularly in tea gardens, as noted in a @Telegraph report. X users like @DarjeelingDiary posted, “Tea estates are at risk again.! #BengalWeather.” Travel disruptions are likely with NH-10 and other highways prone to closures.

In South Bengal, districts like West Bardhaman and Birbhum could see waterlogging, affecting small businesses and commuters. Kolkata’s humidity and sporadic rain will challenge daily routines with public transport delays possible, as seen in X complaints from @KolkataCommuter. However, the easing of rain post-August 3rd in South Bengal offers relief for urban areas. The economic cost could run into crores with potential damage to crops, roads and infrastructure, though government preparedness, as reported by @Anandabazar, may mitigate losses.

Positively, the rain could replenish water reservoirs and aid agriculture in non-flooded areas. However, the @IMD’s call for vigilance, echoed on X by @BengalWeather, underscores the need for flood preparedness and safety measures.

Conclusion
West Bengal is in for a wet and wild week as a cyclonic system in the Bay of Bengal triggers heavy rain from August 1st-6th, 2025. North Bengal faces the brunt with extreme downpours, while South Bengal and Kolkata navigate scattered showers and humidity. With potential flooding and landslides looming, residents must stay alert. By Tuesday, relief is in sight, but until then, brace for nature’s fury. Stay updated with the latest forecasts to plan your week safely.!

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