Weather Forecast for Durga Puja in West Bengal
Special Bulletin by India Meteorological Department
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released a special weather forecast for the Durga Puja festival in West Bengal. Somnath Dutta, Head of the Eastern Region Meteorological Department, announced the forecast.
South Bengal Weather
On October 5, all districts in South Bengal are likely to experience light to moderate rain and thundershowers. From October 6 to October 9, similar weather is expected in a few places across all districts. From October 10 to October 13, light rain and thundershowers may continue in some areas.
Kolkata Weather
In Kolkata, a generally cloudy sky with light to moderate rain and thundershowers is expected on October 5. On October 6, the city will likely have a cloudy sky with light rain and thundershowers. From October 7 to October 9, a partly cloudy sky with light rain and thundershowers is anticipated in some areas. This trend may continue from October 10 to October 13.
North Bengal Weather
On October 5, North Bengal is expected to have light to moderate rain and thundershowers in many places, with heavy rainfall in some areas of Coochbehar, Alipurduar, and South Dinajpur. On October 6, light to moderate rain and thundershowers are likely in a few places across all districts. From October 7 to October 9, rain is expected to continue, especially in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Coochbehar, and Alipurduar.
The next weather update will be provided on October 7.
Doubts Revealed
Durga Puja -: Durga Puja is a big festival celebrated in India, especially in West Bengal. It honors the goddess Durga and involves lots of prayers, music, and dance.
West Bengal -: West Bengal is a state in eastern India. It is known for its rich culture, history, and festivals like Durga Puja.
IMD -: IMD stands for India Meteorological Department. It is the government agency in India that studies the weather and gives forecasts.
South Bengal -: South Bengal is the southern part of West Bengal. It includes cities like Kolkata, which is the capital of the state.
North Bengal -: North Bengal is the northern part of West Bengal. It is known for its beautiful hills and tea gardens.
Thundershowers -: Thundershowers are rain showers that come with thunder and lightning. They can be loud and sometimes scary but are usually short-lived.