As the mercury continues to soar across West Bengal, the Alipore Meteorological Department has provided a much-needed glimmer of hope for the residents.
For those watching the scattered clouds and wondering when the rain will arrive, the wait is almost over. According to the latest weather bulletin, an anti-cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal is pumping moisture into the state, creating favorable conditions for rainfall in several districts of South Bengal within the next 48 to 72 hours.
Districts like Kolkata, North and South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore, and Jhargram are expected to witness light to moderate rain accompanied by lightning. While the rainfall might not be prolonged, it will significantly lower the temperatures and provide temporary relief from the oppressive humidity. Western districts like Bankura and Purulia might also experience a change in weather towards the evening.
In North Bengal, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Jalpaiguri are on alert for light showers and gusty winds. Although the humidity will remain high, the night temperatures are expected to drop slightly following the rain. This forecast has brought a sigh of relief to people who have been struggling with the early summer heat.