Temperature in West Bengal in December

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

West Bengal, India, a region in India, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 18°C (64°F) in Rishop to 28°C (82°F) in Chengel. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Chengel and 8°C (46°F) in Rishop.

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

To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of West Bengal, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in West Bengal in December

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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 December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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West Bengal temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

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

Kolkata averages a daytime high of 28°C (82°F) in December, which is high for West Bengal, India.

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

Kolkata sees nighttime lows close to 15°C (59°F) in December.

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

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Chengel is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 28°C (82°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 15°C (59°F).

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

When looking through our records, we find that Rishop stands out as the coolest city in West Bengal, India for the month of December. Daytime highs average 18°C (64°F) and it cools down to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Across West Bengal, India, sunshine in December ranges from moderately sunny in Darjeeling (189 hours) to sunny in Calcutta (205 hours).

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 26°C (79°F) in Calcutta this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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