West Bengal Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in West Bengal, India in August.

Planning a getaway to West Bengal, India this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in West Bengal in August

West Bengal, India is a region in India. August in West Bengal generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Rishop at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Shānti Niketan at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Shānti Niketan and 20°C (68°F) in Rishop. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For specific regional insights in West Bengal, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Burnpur with an average of 262 mm (10 in) to heavy rainfall in Rishop with 828 mm (33 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Kolkata as an example - it receives around 118 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore West Bengal by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in West Bengal — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kolkata)

Best Places to Visit in West Bengal in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across West Bengal.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in West Bengal

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in West Bengal, India?

Temperature range in West Bengal (August)

Precipitation variation in West Bengal (August)

Kolkata

In August Kolkata generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
118 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
354 mm (14 in)
312 mm (12 in)
260 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Darjeeling

In August Darjeeling generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
103 hours
98 hours
Monthly rainfall
876 mm (34 in)
570 mm (22 in)
443 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Mandarmoni

In August Mandarmoni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
370 mm (15 in)
384 mm (15 in)
309 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Digha

In August Digha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
352 mm (14 in)
374 mm (15 in)
296 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Bolpur

In August Bolpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
318 mm (13 in)
274 mm (11 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in West Bengal, in India.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in West Bengal in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kolkata 33°C (91°F) 27°C (81°F) 312 mm (12 in)
Darjeeling 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 570 mm (22 in)
Mandarmoni 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 384 mm (15 in)
Digha 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 374 mm (15 in)
Bolpur 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 274 mm (11 in)
Shānti Niketan 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 273 mm (11 in)

West Bengal weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in West Bengal, India in August?

Expect poor weather across West Bengal, India in August. The popular destination of Kolkata averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in West Bengal, India in August?

Daytime temperatures in Kolkata peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in August, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

Does West Bengal, India get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in West Bengal, India peaks during August. Kolkata averages roughly 312 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit West Bengal, India?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit West Bengal, India due to the typically poor weather in Kolkata.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly perfect weather in Kolkata. On the other hand, the weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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