Temperature in West Bengal in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in West Bengal, India this August.

West Bengal, India, a region in India, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 26°C (79°F) in Rishop to 34°C (93°F) in Shānti Niketan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Shānti Niketan and 20°C (68°F) in Rishop.

What is the temperature of the different cities in West Bengal, India in August?

Discover the typical August temperatures for the most popular locations of West Bengal on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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West Bengal temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in West Bengal, India in August?

Kolkata averages a daytime high of 33°C (91°F) in August, which is very high for West Bengal, India.

How cold does it get at night in West Bengal, India in August?

Average overnight lows in West Bengal, India during August sit near 27°C (81°F) in Kolkata.

What is the warmest city in August in West Bengal, India?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Shānti Niketan clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 34°C (93°F), and evenings that remain near 27°C (81°F).

What is the coldest city in August in West Bengal, India?

The coldest city in August in West Bengal, India is Rishop when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 26°C (79°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 20°C (68°F).

How much sun does West Bengal, India get in August?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 118 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kolkata. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in Calcutta this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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