Kolkata's weather forecast for July 18, 2025, indicates a warm and humid day with temperatures ranging from 27.8°C to 34.3°C, accompanied by an 80% chance of patchy rain. The city will experience humidity levels of 72% and wind speeds up to 18.7 km/h, creating typical monsoon conditions.
The day will start warm and reach its peak temperature of 34.3°C in the afternoon. Despite the modest expected precipitation of 0.85 mm, the scattered showers are likely to persist throughout the day.
The evening temperature will decrease to 27.8°C, though the high humidity will continue. The steady wind speed of 18.7 km/h will provide some relief from the muggy conditions.
Advice for ResidentsResidents are advised to carry umbrellas or raincoats, particularly during the late afternoon when rain is most likely. Early morning or late evening hours may be more suitable for outdoor activities due to lower chances of rainfall.
Upcoming Week's OutlookThe weather outlook for the upcoming week shows increasing rainfall. Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20, will experience higher precipitation levels of 3.56 mm and 3.88 mm respectively, with rain probabilities reaching 88-89%.
Temperature ranges for the week will remain consistent between 27.5°C and 35.5°C. Humidity levels are expected to stay between 68-70% throughout the period.
Tuesday, July 22, is forecasted to be the driest day of the week with no precipitation and temperatures rising to 36°C, though humidity will remain significant.
The wet weather will return on Thursday, July 24, with expected rainfall of 3.52 mm.
The monsoon pattern characterizing this week's weather demonstrates the typical precipitation cycle in Kolkata, bringing occasional relief from summer temperatures while maintaining consistent humidity levels.