In
November,
Kolkata transitions into winter with cooler nights and comfortable days. The weather is quite pleasant and is marked by lower humidity and mildly warm days, making it ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing. Nightlife in Kolkata is at its peak, with several music and cultural festivals lined up for this month. The decrease in temperature becomes noticeable with temperature fluctuations from 19.6°C (67.3°F) to 30.3°C (86.5°F).
Temperature
A minimal variation is noted in Kolkata's average high-temperature at the onset of November, reaching a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) from
October's 32.3°C (90.1°F). In Kolkata, in November, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 19.6°C (67.3°F).
Heat index
The heat index value for November is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in November is 67%.
Rainfall
In Kolkata, during November, the rain falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kolkata,
India, there are 101.5 rainfall days, and 1800mm (70.87") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In Kolkata, the average length of the day in November is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of November, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm IST.
Sunshine
In November, the average sunshine is 6.4h.
UV index
In Kolkata, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In November, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.