Kolkata in July

October through March offers the sweet spot for Kolkata weather. Temperatures hover between 15-25°C, perfect for walking the city's endless streets without melting into a puddle. This is peak season, so book accommodations early. December and January are magical here. The city celebrates Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year), Christmas, and various pujas with equal enthusiasm. Hotel prices peak during Durga Puja in October, when the entire city transforms into an open-air art gallery. Avoid April through September unless you enjoy swimming through humidity. Monsoons from June to September bring relief from the heat but also flooding in low-lying areas. The romantic notion of watching rain from a Coffee House window loses charm when you're actually stuck there for hours. Here's the thing about Kolkata weather: locals have adapted to extremes, but tourists struggle. Even in winter, carry a light jacket for air-conditioned spaces and early mornings. The city's old buildings aren't well-insulated, so indoor temperatures can surprise you.