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Yellow Alert: Kolkata Braces for Thunderstorms, Relief Ahead
17 Apr
Summary
- Kolkata faces yellow alert for thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds.
- Temperatures expected to range between 34-36°C and 24-25°C.
- Nor'wester spell predicted to bring temporary relief from heat.

The 'City of Joy,' Kolkata, is bracing for a stormy week ahead, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for two days. Residents can anticipate thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds, bringing a welcome break from the prevailing hot and humid weather. Temperatures are expected to hover around 34-36 degrees Celsius for the maximum and 24-25 degrees Celsius for the minimum.
The IMD has warned of partly cloudy skies with a possibility of moderate rain or thunderstorms today and tomorrow. This comes after recent days experienced stifling conditions with temperatures around 35°C and high humidity. A nor'wester spell is increasingly likely for Kolkata and surrounding districts on Thursday, potentially accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 50-60 kmph.