Kolkata weather: High humidity, moderate rain with AQI improves
Times of India | 13 September 2025
Kolkata is experiencing moderate rainfall on
, with temperatures ranging from
and humidity at
.
The city's air quality index stood at
yesterday, falling in the moderate category, with expectations of improvement due to the ongoing rain accompanied by winds up to
.
The morning begins at
and will reach a maximum of
in the afternoon.
The weather forecast indicates a
with expected precipitation of
throughout the day.
The steady winds at
provide some relief from the high humidity.
The overcast conditions and continuous rainfall make it essential for residents to carry rain protection gear.
The morning presents favorable conditions for short walks, though afternoon activities should be limited due to increased rainfall intensity.
Yesterday's pollution levels showed
and
, while carbon monoxide measured
.
The current moderate air quality poses minimal risk to sensitive groups, with rain expected to further reduce pollutant levels.
The combination of rain and wind speeds of
is helping to clear the air.
Evening temperatures will decrease slightly, creating cooler nighttime conditions across the city.
For indoor spaces, the improved air quality makes it suitable to ventilate rooms.
Those with respiratory sensitivities should remain cautious, particularly in areas with heavy traffic.
The week ahead promises continued wet weather for Kolkata.
will see temperatures drop to
with an
.
Heavier rainfall is predicted for
and
, with precipitation of
and
respectively.
Temperatures will maintain a steady range of
through the week.
will experience slightly reduced rainfall, while
will have lighter showers, providing better conditions for outdoor activities.
The current rainfall marks the season's first significant wet spell.
Air quality has shown improvement from the previous day's AQI of
to yesterday's
, with further enhancement expected due to continued precipitation.
The data referenced in this weather report has been sourced from
, providing accurate measurements of both weather conditions and air quality parameters for Kolkata.
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