March Rainfall and Precipitation in West Bengal

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

West Bengal, India, a region in India, experiences in March precipitation ranging from a low 20 mm (0.8 in) in Digha to a high 157 mm (6.2 in) in Darjeeling.

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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 March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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West Bengal precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

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

Rainfall in Kolkata during March is on the lighter side, averaging about 33 mm (1.3 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

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

Expect around 2 days rainy days in Kolkata during March.

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

Not really. March is outside the wettest stretch of the year in West Bengal, India.

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

In our database, Darjeeling stands out as having an average rainfall level of 157 mm (6.2 in), making it the wettest location.

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

Based on our database, Digha sees the least rainfall in West Bengal, India in March, with around 20 mm (0.8 in) on average.

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