Best Time to Visit Kolkata
Best time: Dec, Jan, Feb, Nov.
Apr is warmest (36°C high); Jul is rainiest (342 mm).
Kolkata weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26.3 | 13.7 | 12 | 6.8 |
| Feb | 29.4 | 16.9 | 23 | 7.9 |
| Mar | 33.6 | 21.3 | 31 | 9.2 |
| Apr | 36 | 24.8 | 51 | 9.9 |
| May | 35.7 | 26 | 120 | 9.7 |
| Jun | 34.2 | 26.4 | 263 | 8.1 |
| Jul | 32.5 | 26.1 | 342 | 7.4 |
| Aug | 32.3 | 26.1 | 342 | 7.3 |
| Sep | 32.7 | 25.7 | 289 | 7.3 |
| Oct | 32.6 | 24 | 126 | 7.4 |
| Nov | 30.1 | 19.3 | 25 | 7.2 |
| Dec | 26.9 | 14.5 | 5 | 6.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: DecJanFebNov
Beaches: DecFebMarNov
Hiking: JanDecFebNov
Sightseeing: DecJanFebNov
Kolkata quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kolkata?
Dec, Jan, Feb, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 342 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Apr, with average highs of 36°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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