The skies over West Bengal have been overcast since the morning, with continuous rain throughout the day. This rainy spell is a result of a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal, which the Meteorological Department reports is strengthening. Currently, the low-pressure system is located between the Orissa coast and Chhattisgarh. Due to this weather phenomenon, heavy rain warnings have been issued for both Orissa and Chhattisgarh. West Bengal is already experiencing the indirect impact of this system.
Thursday has been marked as a 'rainy day' across all districts of West Bengal. Kolkata, Howrah, East Medinipur, North and South 24 Parganas have seen continuous rain since morning. Coastal districts are expected to receive heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours, and this weather pattern is likely to continue until Friday. However, after this rainy period, temperatures are expected to rise, bringing with it increased humidity.
The persistent rain has disrupted daily life in many West Bengal districts, including Kolkata. Fewer people are venturing out onto the streets due to the inclement weather. The Meteorological Department predicts that the metropolis will remain wet for the next 24 hours, causing commuting troubles for residents.