Heatwave Continues in West Bengal, Thunderstorms Forecasted for Relief
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- •Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 30°C on May 25, 2026, three notches higher than normal.
- •The Met office has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms in some areas of the metropolis in the evening.
- •The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted thunderstorms and rain from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the southern districts of West Bengal.
- •The western districts of Purulia and Paschim Bardhaman have been suffering from scorching heat, with day temperatures in Purulia town and Panagarh crossing 41°C.
- •The north Bengal districts have been cooler, with light to moderate rain recorded at several places, including Raiganj, which recorded the highest rainfall at 74.8 mm in 24 hours till 8:30 am on Monday, May 25, 2026.
The state of West Bengal has been experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to new heights. On May 25, 2026, Kolkata recorded a minimum temperature of 30°C, which is three notches higher than the normal temperature. The Met office has forecasted the possibility of thunderstorms in some areas of the metropolis in the evening, bringing some relief to the residents. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has also predicted thunderstorms and rain from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the southern districts of West Bengal, which will lead to a gradual fall in maximum temperature across the state from Thursday, May 28, 2026.
