IndiaThe weather in August in Kolkata
It's hot in August in Kolkata with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 28°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Kolkata. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Kolkata, India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2020, Kolkata reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 24°C to a highest value of 31°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 323 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Kolkata
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kolkata. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Kolkata | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 323 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 28 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Kolkata with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Kolkata is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Kolkata, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Kolkata
Temperature in August in Kolkata over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Kolkata, India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Kolkata
Total precipitation in August in Kolkata over the years
Daily UV index in August in Kolkata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Kolkata, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kolkata by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kolkata. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.