Friday could bring 7‑11 cm of heavy rain to four districts in South Bengal, while Kolkata and all other districts will see light‑to‑moderate showers with winds gusting 30‑40 km/h. Northern India currently shows no severe rain warnings.

Key Takeaways

  • Four South Bengal districts forecast 7‑11 cm heavy rain
  • Kolkata and all districts expect light‑moderate rain with 30‑40 km/h gusts
  • No severe rain warning for Northern India at present

Weather System and Alerts

For the past several days, scattered showers have persisted across Kolkata and most of South Bengal. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorm conditions across all districts on Friday.

Areas Under Highest Risk

Specifically, South 24 Parganas, East and West Medinipur, and Jhargram are expected to receive 7‑11 cm of heavy rain. Other districts will experience light‑to‑moderate rain accompanied by wind speeds of 30‑40 km/h.

Situation in Northern India

Currently, Northern India shows no possibility of heavy rain, though the coming week may bring renewed heavy showers to hill regions and adjacent districts.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the sudden surge in rainfall across these districts could strain urban drainage systems, leading to localized flooding and transportation disruptions, especially in densely populated Kolkata.

“If municipal drainage is insufficient, such intense downpours quickly turn into water‑logging and traffic snarls,” said meteorologist Dr. Anjali Singh.
Did You Know?: India’s highest recorded one‑day rainfall is 1,053 mm (about 105 cm) in Kothapet, Andhra Pradesh, logged in 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Are there any specific warnings for fishermen?
A: No, no separate advisory has been issued for fishermen this time.

Q2: What is the outlook for the coming week?
A: Heavy rain may return to hill zones next week, while urban areas are likely to see continued light‑moderate showers.