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IMD issues Bengal rain and thunderstorm warning till May 8 heavy showers expected
India
Published on 5 May 2026
Moisture from the Bay of Bengal is fueling downpours
West Bengal will likely see thunderstorms and rain until May 8, according to the IMD. The forecast points to heavy precipitation in sub-Himalayan districts, driven by favorable wind patterns and moisture streaming in from the Bay of Bengal. Temperatures are also expected to stay below normal across the state, making for cooler, rain-soaked days.
- Thunderstorms and rain expected in West Bengal until May 8
- IMD forecasts heavy precipitation in sub-Himalayan districts
- Bay of Bengal moisture and wind patterns are driving rainfall
- Temperatures may remain below normal across the state
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