Kolkata (Calcutta) City Statistics

Location

West Bengal, in the east of India.

Dialling code

91.

Population

4.5 million.

Time zone

GMT + 5.5.

Electricity

230-240V, 50Hz; three-pin round plugs are standard (two-pin also fit). Power surges can be erratic in smaller hotels. Check if bringing laptop.

Average January temperatures

26°C (78.8°F).

Average July temperatures

32°C (89.6°F).

Annual rainfall

1,571mm (61.9 inches).
Need some holiday inspiration?
Tired of the same holiday destination?
Fresh ideas are just one click away...
Sign up for our newsletter
Be the first to hear about the coolest destinations and the latest travel trends. Plus, competitions, holiday inspiration and amusing facts, delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter
Advertisement

Travel Deals

Advertising features
Travel Partners
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Spot the holiday killer - Protect yourself from malaria. Before you travel, find out if your holiday destination is in a malaria zone.

Quick links