Why is Kolkata experiencing such cold weather?

Kolkata is experiencing cold weather due to persistent fog and cold winds, reducing daytime temperatures.

What was the maximum temperature in Kolkata on Sunday?

Kolkata's maximum temperature on Sunday was 19.2°C.

Will the cold conditions continue in Kolkata?

Yes, meteorologists expect temperatures to dip further, with cold conditions likely to persist.

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Kolkata Shivers: Fog Dips Temps Below 20°C Amidst Cold Winds

5 Jan

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Summary

Kolkata's maximum temperature dropped to 19.2°C due to persistent fog and cold winds.
This marks the third time this week the maximum temperature fell below 20°C.
Meteorologists expect temperatures to dip further, signaling continued cold conditions.

Kolkata Shivers: Fog Dips Temps Below 20°C Amidst Cold Winds

Kolkata experienced a day of intense cold on Sunday, with persistent fog and a biting wind causing the maximum temperature to plummet to 19.2°C. This significant drop, over four degrees from Saturday's 23.4°C, was accompanied by a minimum temperature of 14.9°C. The dense fog played a crucial role, narrowing the temperature difference between day and night to just 4.3°C, the second time this gap has fallen below 5 degrees within the week.

The meteorological office forecasts a further decrease in temperatures, signaling a revival of cold conditions throughout Kolkata and much of south Bengal. This weather pattern is attributed to a combination of factors: a western disturbance over northwestern states that has slowed the advance of dry, cold winds, and a cyclonic circulation over Bangladesh increasing moisture levels. This led to extensive fog and low cloud cover throughout the day, keeping the sun's warmth at bay.