December Rainfall and Precipitation in West Bengal

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in West Bengal, India in December.

West Bengal, India, a region in India, experiences precipitation in December ranging from low in Lataguri (8.7 mm (0.3 in)) to moderate in Kalimpong (86 mm (3.4 in)). December typically stands out as the driest month of the year in West Bengal, India.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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West Bengal precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does West Bengal, India receive in December?

Kolkata sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging around 10 mm (0.4 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in West Bengal, India in December?

On average, Kolkata has about 0 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in West Bengal, India?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in West Bengal, India, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in West Bengal, India?

Looking at our data, Kalimpong tops the wettest-cities list in West Bengal, India for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 86 mm (3.4 in).

What is the driest city in December in West Bengal, India?

Based on our database, Lataguri sees the least rainfall in West Bengal, India in December, with around 8.7 mm (0.3 in) on average.

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