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Bengal Swelters: Heatwave to Hit 34°C by Jan 26
20 Jan
Summary
- Bengal faces a prolonged dry spell with rising temperatures until January 26.
- Maximum temperatures could reach 33.9°C, making it one of the hottest days.
- Minimum temperatures are also expected to rise, signaling warmer nights.
The India Meteorological Department forecasts a prolonged dry spell across North and South Bengal, lasting through January 26, 2026. While misty mornings are expected, clear skies will prevail, with shallow to moderate fog potentially reducing early morning visibility. Temperatures are set to rise noticeably.
Kolkata will experience a warming trend, with daytime temperatures potentially reaching 32.2°C mid-week and peaking at 33.9°C by Saturday. Nighttime lows will also increase, with minimums climbing to around 20°C by the week's end. This marks a significant departure from typical January coolness.
South Bengal will see minimum temperatures rise by 2-3°C over the next 48 hours. In contrast, North Bengal's night temperatures are projected to remain steady, with cooler conditions in higher altitudes like Darjeeling. Despite regional variations, the overall trend points towards an unseasonably warm week.
