Thunderstorm
Feels like
31°C
Humidity
96%
Wind
10 km/h
March - May
28°C - 38°C
Hot and humid, tea gardens remain pleasant
June - September
25°C - 32°C
Heavy rainfall, lush greenery, some areas prone to floods
November - February
10°C - 22°C
Cool and pleasant, light fog in mornings
December - February
Darjeeling, Gangtok, Sikkim hills
Light snowfall in higher elevations
Prices per night in Indian Rupees
Getting around the city
Where to shop and what to buy
Everything from A to Z
Books
Bengali sarees
Paratha wrapped around spiced fillings - Kolkata invention
Kolkata's tangy version of pani puri
Spiced puffed rice street snack
Assorted fried snacks during monsoon
Slow-cooked spicy mutton curry
Prized fish in mustard gravy
Prawns in coconut cream
Sweet fermented yogurt
India's only Chinatown - authentic Hakka
Colonial-era tea room, pastries
European restaurants on famous street
Stay safe during your visit
Be careful with street food hygiene
Keep minimal cash while visiting markets
Use registered yellow taxis
Respect local festivals and customs
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