Monsoon to hit Bengal in 2 days, says MeT; Kalbaisakhi alert in South Bengal

The Alipore Meteorological Department has brought highly anticipated news for West Bengal, confirming that the southwest monsoon is expected to officially advance into parts of North Bengal within the next 48 hours. Having already established its presence over Kerala and portions of the northeastern states, including Assam and Nagaland, the monsoon is now pushing toward Sikkim, Odisha, and West Bengal. A cyclonic circulation over Uttar Pradesh is further aiding the local weather shift, which is projected to substantially lower temperatures and relieve residents from intense heat-related discomfort.

While North Bengal is currently experiencing pre-monsoon showers, the weather department has issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall throughout the upcoming week. Districts such as Alipurduar, Jalpaiguri, and Cooch Behar are on high alert for immediate severe downpours. Additionally, hilly terrains like Darjeeling and Kalimpong are bracing for steady rain accompanied by strong, gusty winds sweeping across the region at speeds ranging between 40 to 50 kmph.

Conversely, South Bengal is gearing up for sudden and severe Kalbaisakhi (Nor'wester) storms. The Alipore office has flagged several districts, predicting volatile thunderstorms and light to moderate rainfall over the next few days. Regions like Birbhum, Murshidabad, Nadia, East and West Burdwan, along with North and South 24 Parganas, are expected to experience these scattered convective storms accompanied by frequent lightning.

Meteorologists caution that the intensity and coverage of these severe weather events will likely increase as the week progresses. A high-velocity storm warning has been specifically broadcasted for Hooghly, East Burdwan, Murshidabad, Nadia, and North 24 Parganas, where wind speeds could dangerously peak up to 60 kmph during the Nor'wester strikes. Residents have been advised to keep an eye on immediate weather alerts before venturing outdoors.