The graph illustrates the average monthly temperature and precipitation in Kolkata throughout a year.
Overall, the city experiences high temperatures year-round with a peak during the summer months, while rainfall is highly seasonal, with the vast majority occurring between June and September.
In terms of temperature, the monthly average remains relatively stable, fluctuating between 19°C and 30°C. The coolest months are January and December, both averaging around 19°C. The temperature rises steadily from February and reaches its peak of about 30°C between April and June, after which it maintains a steady level before beginning to fall again from October.
Rainfall, on the other hand, shows a dramatic variation across the year. The driest months are from November to April, with minimal rainfall of under 50 mm per month. Starting in May, precipitation increases sharply, reaching its highest point in July and August, with more than 300 mm of rain each month. After September, rainfall declines rapidly, dropping significantly in October and returning to dry conditions by November.