- WinterDec–Feb14°27°
- December14°27°
- January12°26°
- February16°29°
- SpringMar–May24°36°
- March21°34°
- April24°36°
- May26°36°
- SummerJun–Aug26°34°
- June26°34°
- July26°33°
- August26°33°
- AutumnSep–Nov23°32°
- September26°33°
- October24°33°
- November19°30°
Basirhat City, West Bengal Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Basirhat City, West Bengal gets 1249 mm of precipitation a year over about 85 rainy days. April is the warmest month (average high 36°C) and January the coldest (average low 12°C).
Basirhat City climate at a glance
Basirhat City, West Bengal has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 26°C in January to 36°C in May. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.
How much rain does Basirhat City get?
Basirhat City gets 1249 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 85 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 73% of India.
July is the wettest month, with 274 mm. December is the driest, with 9 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 18.
Basirhat City weather by month
Basirhat City weather in January
In January, Basirhat City averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The January record high is 33°C (1973) and the record low is 7°C (2013). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Basirhat City weather in February
In February, Basirhat City averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The February record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is 7°C (1974).
Basirhat City weather in March
In March, Basirhat City averages a high of 34°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The March record high is 41°C (2006) and the record low is 12°C (1993).
Basirhat City weather in April
In April, Basirhat City averages a high of 36°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The April record high is 42°C (2024) and the record low is 16°C (1990).
Basirhat City weather in May
In May, Basirhat City averages a high of 36°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The May record high is 47°C (1979) and the record low is 12°C (1973).
Basirhat City weather in June
In June, Basirhat City averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The June record high is 44°C (1979) and the record low is 16°C (1977).
Basirhat City weather in July
In July, Basirhat City averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 274 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (1982) and the record low is 23°C (1978).
Basirhat City weather in August
In August, Basirhat City averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 272 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 8% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1981) and the record low is 21°C (1986).
Basirhat City weather in September
In September, Basirhat City averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 205 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The September record high is 43°C (1973) and the record low is 22°C (2008).
Basirhat City weather in October
In October, Basirhat City averages a high of 33°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2024) and the record low is 16°C (2002).
Basirhat City weather in November
In November, Basirhat City averages a high of 30°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The November record high is 35°C (1981) and the record low is 8°C (1976).
Basirhat City weather in December
In December, Basirhat City averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The December record high is 32°C (2015) and the record low is 8°C (2012).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Basirhat City
February is the sunniest month in Basirhat City, with sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest, at 8%. Over the year the sun shines about 48% of daylight hours. Basirhat City is cloudier than 51% of India.
Humidity peaks in August at 86% and is lowest in March at 69%.
Basirhat City has about 147 days a year above 32°C. Basirhat City is hotter than 65% of India.
Basirhat City weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the Basirhat City station is 47°C, on May 17, 1979. The coldest is 7°C, on January 9, 2013.
The wettest day on record brought 383 mm of rain, on June 6, 1984.
27 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Basirhat City
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.
Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 14°C.
Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 35°C and lows near 24°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 34°C and lows near 26°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 23°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19 mm | 2 | 78% | 77% | 33° | 7° |
| February | 17 mm | 3 | 71% | 78% | 37° | 7° |
| March | 27 mm | 2 | 69% | 70% | 41° | 12° |
| April | 37 mm | 4 | 71% | 64% | 42° | 16° |
| May | 85 mm | 6 | 78% | 52% | 47° | 12° |
| June | 172 mm | 12 | 83% | 17% | 44° | 16° |
| July | 274 mm | 18 | 84% | 9% | 39° | 23° |
| August | 272 mm | 17 | 86% | 8% | 39° | 21° |
| September | 205 mm | 12 | 86% | 14% | 43° | 22° |
| October | 101 mm | 6 | 83% | 50% | 37° | 16° |
| November | 31 mm | 2 | 75% | 70% | 35° | 8° |
| December | 8.9 mm | 1 | 76% | 71% | 32° | 8° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Basirhat City climate questions
How much rain does Basirhat City get?
Basirhat City gets 1249 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 85 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Basirhat City?
July is the wettest month in Basirhat City, with 274 mm. December is the driest, with 9 mm.
How many rainy days does Basirhat City have a year?
Basirhat City has about 85 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Basirhat City?
April is the warmest month in Basirhat City, with an average high of 36°C.
What is the coldest month in Basirhat City?
January is the coldest month in Basirhat City, with an average low of 12°C.
What is the record high temperature in Basirhat City?
The record high at the Basirhat City station is 47°C, set on May 17, 1979. The record low is 7°C, on January 9, 2013.
What is the sunniest month in Basirhat City?
February is the sunniest month in Basirhat City, with sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Basirhat City?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January, when daytime highs sit near 26°C.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station CALCUTTA/DUM DUM (42 km away).
Climate for places near Basirhat City, West Bengal
Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station CALCUTTA/DUM DUM.