Average weather for Kolkata in October
It's hot in October in Kolkata with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 27°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Kolkata with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 27°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 25°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Kolkata is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In October, there is an average of 111 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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33°C | 21°C | |
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34°C | 26°C | |
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30°C | -5°C | |
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111 mm | 119 mm | |
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8 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Kolkata?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Kolkata. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Kolkata runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2020, Kolkata reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 29°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Kolkata
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Kolkata, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Kolkata
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Kolkata, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Kolkata.
Daily UV index in October in Kolkata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October 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.
Temperature in October in Kolkata over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Kolkata, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Kolkata over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Kolkata, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Kolkata
Click on any day in October 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.































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Average weather in Kolkata by month
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