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Calcutta weather in April (West Bengal, India)

Interested in knowing the climate of Calcutta in April? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, the weather in Calcutta generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 37°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 26°C. Prepare for the warmest month of the year with plenty of summer clothes. Whether you're relaxing or active, staying cool and protected is key.

Precipitation

Calcutta in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 4 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 241 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Calcutta. January, February, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Calcutta climate page with graphs.

 

Calcutta, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 37°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 12%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 62%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 241 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in April

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Camping
7/10

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