West Bengal Weather in July

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

Planning a journey to West Bengal, India this July and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in West Bengal in July

West Bengal, India is a region in India. July 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 July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Burnpur with an average of 295 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Rishop with 1055 mm (42 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Kolkata.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Kolkata gets approximately 106 hours of sunlight in July, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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 July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in West Bengal, India?

Temperature range in West Bengal (July)

Precipitation variation in West Bengal (July)

Kolkata

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
106 hours
118 hours
Monthly rainfall
289 mm (11 in)
354 mm (14 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Darjeeling

In July Darjeeling generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
79 hours
103 hours
Monthly rainfall
658 mm (26 in)
876 mm (34 in)
570 mm (22 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Mandarmoni

In July Mandarmoni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
293 mm (12 in)
370 mm (15 in)
384 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Digha

In July Digha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
274 mm (11 in)
352 mm (14 in)
374 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Bolpur

In July 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.

June
July
August
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
318 mm (13 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kolkata 33°C (91°F) 27°C (81°F) 354 mm (14 in)
Darjeeling 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 876 mm (34 in)
Mandarmoni 32°C (90°F) 28°C (82°F) 370 mm (15 in)
Digha 32°C (90°F) 28°C (82°F) 352 mm (14 in)
Bolpur 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Shānti Niketan 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 317 mm (12 in)

West Bengal weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

In July, West Bengal, India generally has poor weather conditions. Kolkata sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

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

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

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Kolkata records an average of 354 mm (14 in) in July, putting it among the wetter months for West Bengal, India.

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

In our opinion, July 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. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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