What is the weather forecast for Kolkata on March 31?

Kolkata is expected to remain relatively dry on March 31, despite predictions of thunderstorms in other districts of Bengal.

When are enhanced thunderstorm activities predicted for south Bengal?

Enhanced thunderstorm activity is predicted for the districts of south Bengal on March 31.

What is causing the predicted thunderstorms in south Bengal?

A trough expected to form within 48 hours, combined with southerly winds, will trigger thunderstorms across south Bengal.

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Bengal Heat Rises as Thunderstorms Threaten South

30 Mar

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Summary

Kolkata's minimum temperature rose by 5°C to 25.2°C.
Thunderstorms are predicted for south Bengal on March 31.
A new weather system is expected to form, triggering storms.

Bengal Heat Rises as Thunderstorms Threaten South

Kolkata experienced a warm and sunny Sunday, with the minimum temperature climbing 5°C to reach 25.2°C. The maximum temperature also rose to 32.2°C. However, districts across south Bengal continued to face thunderstorms.

The Met office has predicted enhanced thunderstorm activity over the districts of Bengal on March 31. A trough is expected to form within the next 48 hours. Coupled with southerly winds, this system will trigger thunderstorms across south Bengal on March 31. Kolkata, however, is expected to remain relatively dry.

While an earlier upper air circulation has weakened, a new system is forming, favoring thunderstorm conditions. Sporadic thunderstorms are anticipated across south and north Bengal on Monday. The chances of thundershowers are expected to rise significantly across both south and north Bengal districts on March 31.

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