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IndiaThe weather in March in Kolkata
It's hot in March in Kolkata with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 26°C.
March is a good month to be in Kolkata for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March 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 40°C in 2014, Kolkata reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 41 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Kolkata
Click on any day in March 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.
March weather comparison
| Kolkata | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 41 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Kolkata with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 34°C, with nights around 23°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Kolkata is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Kolkata, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Kolkata
Temperature in March in Kolkata over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March 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 March in Kolkata
Total precipitation in March in Kolkata over the years
Daily UV index in March in Kolkata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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.