Kolkata can expect scattered thunderstorms to develop later today, Wednesday, 15 July 2026, with the peak intensity around 2 PM and a maximum temperature reaching 33°C. While the day begins mainly clear, humidity will be high at 94%, making the perceived temperature feel like 35°C. Chennai Weather Forecast & Update for Today, Wednesday, 15 July 2026: Overcast Skies and High Temperatures, High of 37°C.
| Current Weather in Kolkata, West Bengal — Wednesday, 15 July 2026 | ||
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Temperature
28°C |
Feels Like
35°C |
High
33°C |
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Low
26°C |
Conditions
Mainly clear |
Humidity
94% |
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Wind Speed
2 km/h | ||
| Hourly Outlook for Kolkata — Wednesday, 15 July 2026 | ||||
| Time (IST) | Temp | Conditions | Rain | Wind |
| 00:00 | 27°C | Partly cloudy | 7% | 3 km/h |
| 02:00 | 27°C | Partly cloudy | 6% | 3 km/h |
| 04:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 10% | 3 km/h |
| 06:00 | 27°C | Overcast | 12% | 6 km/h |
| 08:00 | 29°C | Light drizzle | 14% | 8 km/h |
| 10:00 | 31°C | Light drizzle | 41% | 8 km/h |
| 12:00 | 33°C | Thunderstorm | 66% | 5 km/h |
| 14:00 | 29°C | Thunderstorm | 82% | 12 km/h |
Kolkata, West Bengal Weather Live Tracker Map on Windy
Light drizzle is forecast to start around 8 AM, increasing significantly by 10 AM with a 41% chance of rain. By noon, the conditions are predicted to escalate into thunderstorms, with an 82% chance of heavy rain and wind gusting up to 12 km/h around 2 PM. The overnight low is expected to be around 26°C.
Residents should carry umbrellas and be prepared for sudden downpours, particularly during the afternoon hours, as the overall chance of rain for the day reaches 97%.
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