| Season |
Months |
Weather |
Major Festivals & Events |
Recommended Activities |
| Winter |
November to February |
Cool & Pleasant (10°C – 22°C) |
- Kolkata Christmas Festival
- Kolkata Book Fair
- Saraswati Puja
|
- Sightseeing
- Boating at Princep Ghat
- Heritage walks
- Park Street nightlife
|
| Spring |
March to Early April |
Warm but Comfortable (20°C – 30°C) |
- Basanta Utsav
- Dol Jatra (Holi)
|
- Visit gardens and parks
- Cultural shows
- Street food exploration
|
| Summer |
Mid-April to June |
Hot and Humid (28°C – 42°C) |
- Rabindra Jayanti
- Ratha Yatra (early summer)
|
- Early morning or evening sightseeing
- Museums and indoor attractions
|
| Monsoon |
July to Mid-September |
Rainy and Humid (26°C – 35°C) |
- Eid Celebrations
- Janmashtami
- Independence Day events
|
- Visit coffee houses
- Book markets
- Tram rides in rain
|
| Autumn |
Late September to October |
Pleasant (20°C – 32°C) |
- Durga Puja
- Diwali
- Kali Puja
|
- Explore decorated pandals
- Cultural tours
- Photography walks
|