West Bengal, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to West Bengal, India? If you're planning to go to West Bengal, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to West Bengal, India

Based on the climate and weather in West Bengal, the best time to go is December. See below for details.

Important essentials for West Bengal, India

Here are some general tips on what to wear in West Bengal, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to bring an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a superb kit.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for West Bengal, India by month

Already know when you're traveling?

January

January in West Bengal is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

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February

If you vacation in West Bengal during February, you might see that it is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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March

If you visit West Bengal during March, you might notice that it is consistently hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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April

If you go to West Bengal in April, you will notice that it is sweltering. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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May

If you visit West Bengal during May, you are likely to notice that it is a scorcher. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (high 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.

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June

If you visit West Bengal during June, you will probably notice that it can be excruciatingly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

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July

July for West Bengal is constantly hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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August

If you go to West Bengal in August, you will notice that it is constantly hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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September

September in West Bengal is consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).

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October

If you go to West Bengal in October, you will notice that it is really hot. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

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November

November in this region is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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December

Traveling to West Bengal in December, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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