West Bengal Weather in May

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

Are you planning a trip a to West Bengal, India in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in West Bengal in May

West Bengal, India is a region in India. West Bengal, India has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Rishop at 26°C (79°F) to very hot in Rudrapur at 39°C (102°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Rudrapur and 17°C (63°F) in Rishop. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of West Bengal, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Rudrapur with an average of 26 mm (1 in) to heavy rainfall in Darjeeling with 392 mm (15 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Kolkata sees around 227 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in West Bengal in May

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

Temperature range in West Bengal (May)

Precipitation variation in West Bengal (May)

Kolkata

In May Kolkata generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
227 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
289 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Darjeeling

In May Darjeeling generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
152 hours
73 hours
Monthly rainfall
244 mm (9.6 in)
392 mm (15 in)
658 mm (26 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Mandarmoni

In May Mandarmoni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
293 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Digha

In May Digha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
274 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Bolpur

In May Bolpur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
38°C (100°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in West Bengal, in India.

In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kolkata 36°C (97°F) 27°C (81°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Darjeeling 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 392 mm (15 in)
Mandarmoni 34°C (93°F) 28°C (82°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Digha 35°C (95°F) 28°C (82°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Bolpur 38°C (100°F) 27°C (81°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Shānti Niketan 38°C (100°F) 27°C (81°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)

West Bengal weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

West Bengal, India typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kolkata average around 36°C (97°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Kolkata peak at roughly 36°C (97°F) in May, dropping to about 27°C (81°F) overnight.

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

West Bengal, India sees substantial rainfall in May. Kolkata typically averages about 133 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to West Bengal, India with often poor weather in Kolkata.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly perfect weather in Kolkata. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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