Kolkata, a major city in West Bengal, has a humid subtropical climate with a sweltering pre-monsoon build-up and heavy monsoon rainfall from June to September. This page tracks Kolkata weather today with live temperature, humidity, wind and rain readings pulled for its exact coordinates, alongside an hourly and 16-day forecast so you always know what's coming next. This page shows live, auto-refreshing weather for Kolkata: current conditions, an hourly breakdown, a 16-day outlook, a date-lookup tool for any past or future date, and real-time air quality, sourced from Open-Meteo.

Frequently asked questions

What is the current weather in Kolkata?⌄

The live current conditions, hourly forecast and 16-day outlook above are pulled in real time for Kolkata's exact coordinates, so refresh the page any time for the latest temperature, humidity and wind readings.

Will it rain in Kolkata today?⌄

Check the hourly rain forecast and precipitation chance in the sections above — it's updated continuously and is the most reliable way to know before you head out in Kolkata.

What is the AQI in Kolkata right now?⌄

Kolkata's current Air Quality Index is shown live above alongside the weather data, so you can see pollution levels for the exact same location and moment.

What is the best time of year to visit Kolkata?⌄

Kolkata generally sees its most pleasant weather from November to February, while June to September brings the heaviest rain — use the 16-day forecast above to plan around current conditions closer to your travel date.

Does Kolkata see extreme weather?⌄

Kolkata's humidity makes summer feel hotter than the thermometer shows, and the city is also exposed to cyclone-related weather swings from the Bay of Bengal.

Whether you're checking the Kolkata rain forecast before heading out near Howrah Bridge and the Hooghly River or planning ahead, Kolkata's humidity makes summer feel hotter than the thermometer shows, and the city is also exposed to cyclone-related weather swings from the Bay of Bengal. Bookmark this page for the latest Kolkata temperature, AQI and hourly outlook whenever you need it. See the hourly weather forecast or the air quality index for more detail.