Normal weather for Kolkata in March
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.
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.
March is a great month to be in Kolkata for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Kolkata in March |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
33°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
35°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
31°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
41 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 9 days | |
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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Start of March
The month of March starts in Kolkata with hot temperatures, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 34°C, with nights close to 23°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Kolkata will be around 35°C, with nights close to 25°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 40°C, Kolkata hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Kolkata
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Kolkata, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Kolkata
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Kolkata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Kolkata.
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.
Temperature in March in Kolkata Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Kolkata, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Kolkata Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Kolkata, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in March for Kolkata
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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.
