Mar 21 • 11:52 UTC 🇮🇳 India ABP Ananda

Weather Update: Temperature Drops Sharply, Monsoon Arrives Early! When Will the Skies Clear?

Kolkata and regions of South Bengal are experiencing a sudden drop in temperature with expectations of light to moderate rainfall due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal.

In Kolkata, the weather has taken a turn with cloudy skies and light to moderate rain from early morning, signaling a significant drop in temperature by 6 degrees Celsius. This unexpected change comes as the winter season is just about to end, replaced by the unseasonal onset of monsoon-like conditions. The local weather department has attributed this rainfall to a low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal, affecting the entire southern Bengal region.

All districts in South Bengal are expected to experience continued light to moderate rain throughout the day, accompanied by strong winds. Areas particularly prone to heavier rainfall include Purba and Paschim Bardhaman, Birbhum, Murshidabad, Nadia, Purulia, Bankura, Paschim Medinipur, and Hooghly. There's even a possibility of hail in certain locations, indicating a turbulent weather pattern. Residents are left wondering how long these rainy conditions will persist and when they might see some clearer skies.

As this unseasonal rain raises concerns about local agriculture and daily life, the weather department continues to monitor the situation closely, providing updates to prepared residents for the changes they may encounter in the coming days. The shift in weather patterns is not just a local issue, as it may have broader implications for drought conditions across the country and insights into changing climatic conditions that affect seasonal weather behaviors.

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