Monsoon likely to enter north Bengal in three-four days, says IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts the arrival of the southwest monsoon in sub-Himalayan West Bengal within the next three to four days. While northern districts are seeing pre-monsoon showers, southern regions continue to experience humid conditions with only light to moderate rainfall expected.
Why it matters
The monsoon is critical for agricultural planning and water resource management in West Bengal, impacting the livelihoods of millions in the region.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday (June 8, 2026) said the southwest monsoon is likely to arrive in West Bengal’s sub-Himalayan districts like Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Jalpaiguri within the next three to four days.
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