Bengal Weather Alert: Thunderstorms, Rain Forecast; Kolkata Heat to Soar by Weekend

• Thunderstorms and rain are forecast across all districts of West Bengal, including Kolkata.
• North Bengal will experience increased rain from Thursday, with squally winds (30-50 kmph) and potential Kalbaishakhi-like conditions.
• South Bengal to see scattered rain until Wednesday; dry from Thursday, with rain chances increasing again on Sunday and Monday.
• Kolkata has a slight chance of light rain/thunderstorms today; temperatures are rising, expected to reach 35°C by Sunday.
• A Western Disturbance and moisture from the Bay of Bengal are causing the adverse weather conditions.