Rain, thunderstorm to bring relief in Gangetic Bengal till May 30
Gangetic West Bengal is expected to experience rain and thunderstorms until May 30, providing relief from the intense heat. The region has been facing high temperatures, with some areas recording up to 41.5°C. The India Meteorological Department predicts a decrease in day temperatures due to the upcoming weather changes.
- ▪Rain and thunderstorms are forecasted in Gangetic West Bengal until May 30.
- ▪Kalaikunda recorded the highest temperature in the state at 41.5°C on May 26, 2026.
- ▪Malda town received the highest rainfall of 32.6 mm during this period.
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Rain and thunderstorms are likely in different districts of Gangetic West Bengal till the end of this week, in a relief for the south and western part of the State, sweltering under hot and humid conditions.Kalaikunda in Jhargram district recorded the State's highest day temperature at 41.5°C on Tuesday (May 26, 2026), followed by Medinipur and Jhargram, both recording maximum temperatures of 39.4°C. IMD forecasts rain for south Bengal from WednesdayIn north Bengal, light to moderate rain at several places kept the maximum temperatures from soaring.
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