July could be a good time to visit Kolkata, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +32°C, and there are typically 0 sunny days in July. However, expect about 26 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 248 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+24°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
248 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
26 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kolkata has OK weather in July.
Average temperature in Kolkata in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kolkata for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in July is +33°C with a maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +27°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +34°C to +34°C.
Is Kolkata warm or cold in July?
Kolkata is typically hot in July.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +33°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +27°C to +27°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how July is compared to other months in Kolkata:
Climate in Kolkata in July
Kolkata weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+33°C
+32°C
+32°C
Min. temperature
+23°C
+24°C
+25°C
Max. temperature
+42°C
+38°C
+36°C
Rainfall
200 mm
248 mm
213 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
82%
86%
86%
Air pressure
999 HPa
999 HPa
1000 HPa
Sunny days
1
0
0
Cloudy days
5
1
2
Rainy days
19
26
25
Snowy days
0
0
0
July often has better weather than June.It’s getting colder in July. From +33°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +32°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 200 mm to 248 mm.Humidity rises from 82% to 86%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 1 sunny days in June to 0 in July.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Kolkata in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kolkata is gradually decreasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Kolkata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 87 mm, with a 68% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
July is one of the rainiest months in Kolkata, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Kolkata wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 84% chance of precipitation and 248 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in Kolkata?
This is the weather in Kolkata in July 2023:
1 July
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+34°C
2 July
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+35°C
3 July
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+34°C
4 July
🌫️
+35°C
5 July
🌫️
+33°C
6 July
🌫️
+31°C
7 July
🌫️
+33°C
8 July
🌫️
+32°C
9 July
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+34°C
10 July
🌫️
+34°C
11 July
🌫️
+34°C
12 July
🌫️
+34°C
13 July
🌫️
+34°C
14 July
🌫️
+34°C
15 July
🌫️
+32°C
16 July
🌫️
+32°C
17 July
🌫️
+33°C
18 July
🌫️
+33°C
19 July
🌫️
+33°C
20 July
🌫️
+34°C
21 July
🌫️
+33°C
22 July
🌫️
+32°C
23 July
🌫️
+33°C
24 July
🌫️
+33°C
25 July
🌫️
+33°C
26 July
🌫️
+32°C
27 July
🌫️
+32°C
28 July
🌫️
+33°C
29 July
🌫️
+32°C
30 July
🌫️
+34°C
31 July
🌫️
+34°C
In July 2023 Kolkata had 0 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +31°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 65%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in July?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Kolkata climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Kolkata in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+30°C) and the highest in 2009 (+32°C). The driest year was 2012 with only 487 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1990 with 1926 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kolkata in July:
Is July a good time to visit Kolkata?
It’s always a good time to visit Kolkata, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Kolkata in July?
Absolutely, July is hot in Kolkata. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Kolkata rainy in July?
Kolkata is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Kolkata in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kolkata in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kolkata, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.