West Bengal weather: Rain in State bring respite from heat; more showers predicted
West Bengal experienced moderate to heavy rainfall on April 29-30, 2026, providing relief from intense heat across the state. Several regions recorded significant precipitation, with Amta in Howrah district receiving the highest at 97 mm. The India Meteorological Department reported widespread cooling, especially in night temperatures, with more showers expected in the coming days.
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West Bengal received rains on Thursday (April 30, 2026), bringing some relief from the intense heat that has gripped large swathes of the State.Several places experienced moderate to heavy rain with gusty winds on Wednesday (April 29, 2026) evening, significantly cooling night temperatures. Amta in Howrah district received the highest rainfall in the past 24 hours till 8:30 a.m. on Thursday at 97 mm, the IMD said. The other places which received good amount of rainfall include Salt Lake (63 mm), Kolkata (54 mm), Dum Dum (54 mm), Mainaguri (67 mm), Mathabhanga (61 mm), Alipurduar (57 mm) and Hasimara (56 mm), it said.
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