• The Daily Hints
• 01 Apr, 2025

Get ready for a big weather change.! Starting Wednesday March 31st, 2025 rain clouds will roll into West Bengal, Odisha and Jharkhand, bringing showers, thunderstorms and gusty winds. The unbearable heatwave will finally take a break as moisture-laden air sweeps across the region, promising cooler days ahead.

Details & Context

For days, the dry heat has been roasting Bengal with moisture being pulled away toward the Bay of Bengal. But now, the winds have shifted.! A weather system stretching from Chhattisgarh to Tamil Nadu has blocked the moisture’s escape, pushing it back inland. Add to that a swirling cyclone-like pattern in the southeast Bay of Bengal and you’ve got heaps of humid air flooding into the region. This has spiked humidity levels, turning the dry heat into sticky, sweaty discomfort—but it’s also setting the stage for rain.

South Bengal will feel the first drops on Wednesday with western districts leading the charge. By Friday, expect Kolkata and all of South Bengal to see rain, thunderstorms and winds blowing at 30-40 km/h. North Bengal, though, will stay mostly dry and warm for the next few days. 

Quotes

- “The heat was unbearable but this rain will be a lifesaver.!” says Priya Das, a Kolkata resident eagerly awaiting relief.

- “We’re tracking heavy moisture moving in—perfect conditions for showers and storms,” explains a weather expert from the regional forecast team.

Additional Information

- South Bengal: Temperatures have already dipped slightly in Kolkata and nearby areas. Wednesday kicks off light rain in 3-4 western districts, spreading to coastal zones by Friday. Watch out for lightning and gusty winds.!

- Kolkata: Daytime heat stays steady, but nights might feel warmer for the next 48 hours. Clouds roll in by Thursday afternoon, with scattered showers and thunderstorms hitting Friday.

- North Bengal: No rain yet—expect dry, sunny days with a slight uptick in daytime heat.

- Stats: Last night’s temperature in Kolkata was 26.6°C (1.5°C below normal), daytime hit 33.8°C (1°C below average), and humidity soared between 54-89%.

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Impact Analysis

This rainy spell will be a game-changer.! The heatwave that’s been frying South Bengal will cool off, giving farmers, daily workers and city folks a much-needed breather. However, gusty winds and lightning could pose risks—think power cuts or minor disruptions in coastal areas like South 24 Parganas and East Medinipur. For North Bengal, the dry spell means no relief yet, so water conservation might still be key.

From Wednesday onward, rain will wash away the heatwave blues in South Bengal, Odisha and Jharkhand. It’s a welcome shift after days of sweltering discomfort, though North Bengal will have to wait it out. Stay prepared for stormy weather and enjoy the cooler vibes.!

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