Kolkata Weather Today: IMD Predicts Rainfall and Thunderstorms for 'City of Joy' on March 12 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued forecasts indicating that Kolkata, known as the "City of Joy," will experience light rainfall and thunderstorms on March 11 and 12. The weather is expected to remain cloudy for several days, with the possibility of thunder and lightning developing on March 12. Similar weather conditions are anticipated in other parts of Bengal, including Purulia, Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, and Malda, where light to moderate showers are likely. According to the IMD, Kolkata will see light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms on March 11 and 12, followed by dry weather for the next three days. Light to moderate rainfall is expected to return toward the end of the week. The minimum and maximum temperatures across south Bengal are unlikely to see significant changes over the next seven days. The weather forecast for the week includes partly cloudy skies with a chance of light rain in the afternoon or evening on March 12. Temperatures are projected to hover around 32°C during the day and 25°C at night. On March 13 and 14, the maximum temperature is expected to remain at 33°C, with the minimum temperature staying at 25°C. Thunderstorms with rain are anticipated on March 15 and 16, with temperatures dropping slightly to 32°C and 24°C, respectively. The IMD has also warned that thunderstorms accompanied by lightning are likely to occur in districts such as Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Malda, and North Dinajpur over the next 48 hours. Residents are advised to exercise caution, as lightning strikes in open areas pose a risk across both north and south Bengal. A yellow alert has been issued to highlight the potential for severe weather conditions.#kolkata #india_meteorological_department #darjeeling #jalpaiguri #purulia
