Calcutta in March
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
12Rainy days (90 mm)
12:11 hDaylight
05:59Sunrise · 18:10 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in March varies a lot between years (±3.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 20°C | 140 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.7 |
| February | 29°C | 20°C | 121 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| March | 29°C | 19°C | 90 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 27°C | 16°C | 46 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 26°C | 13°C | 14 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| June | 24°C | 10°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| July | 24°C | 10°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| August | 25°C | 12°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| September | 27°C | 14°C | 30 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| October | 27°C | 16°C | 57 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 28°C | 18°C | 104 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 29°C | 19°C | 132 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Calcutta in March?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Calcutta?
The best months are June, July, May, August.