Howrah sits directly across the Hooghly River from Kolkata and shares the same monsoon pattern, with most of the region’s roughly 1,600 mm of annual rainfall arriving between June and September, plus occasional cyclone exposure from the Bay of Bengal during the pre- and post-monsoon months. The city’s low-lying, densely built industrial areas near the riverbank are prone to waterlogging during intense spells, similar to flood patterns seen across the wider Kolkata metropolitan region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Howrah right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Howrah, West Bengal in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Howrah, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Howrah rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Howrah?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over West Bengal are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Howrah or pass by.
Is this Howrah rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.