West Bengal weather: Temperatures set to fall further as Bay of Bengal low-pressure system develops

West Bengal is witnessing a gradual increase in the winter chill, with temperatures dropping during the night and early morning. The Alipore Meteorological Department has reported a fall of around 3 degrees Celsius across the state over the past three days and expects the mercury to dip further in the coming days.

Night temperatures in several districts of south Bengal could fall by another 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the next two days. Kolkata is also likely to experience a stronger winter-like feel. On Friday, the city’s minimum temperature is expected to hover around 21 degrees Celsius, while the maximum could remain close to 30 degrees Celsius.

Low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal

Even as the chill sets in, a developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal has drawn the attention of meteorologists. A low-pressure area is likely to form over the south-east Bay of Bengal on Friday. According to the weather office, it could intensify into a well-marked low-pressure area over the following two days.

There is currently no forecast of any major weather disturbance along the West Bengal coast. However, meteorologists are keeping a close watch on developments over the Bay of Bengal and will assess the possible impact as the system evolves.

Dry weather in south Bengal, light rain possible in north

Despite the formation of the low-pressure area, the weather office has not forecast rain in south Bengal. Dry conditions are likely to prevail across the region over the next few days. The Met department is also monitoring the possibility of a cyclonic circulation developing next week.

North Bengal, meanwhile, could see some localised changes. Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Jalpaiguri may receive isolated light rainfall on Friday.

Temperatures are expected to fall again over the weekend, with the mercury potentially dropping by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius. A further decline is possible over the next few days, bringing a more pronounced winter chill to the state.