Durgapur
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Suitable with normal precautions
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises checking travel guidance for India, which includes information about entry requirements such as the Electronic Overseas Citizen of India Card (e-OCI), Ebola health screening, and a mandatory Self-Declaration Form for all international passengers arriving in India.
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- No high-severity wording detected in the supplied advisory
- Air quality warrants some caution
- New information about Electronic Overseas Citizen of India Card (e-OCI)
- Ebola health screening and mandatory Self-Declaration Form for international passengers arriving in India
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Durgapur month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Durgapur are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 24–28°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 37°C), January the coldest (average low 12°C), and August the wettest (about 355 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.4 | 11.7 | 14 | 9.9 |
| February | 28.4 | 14.8 | 20 | 10.4 |
| March | 33.4 | 19.6 | 24 | 10.6 |
| April | 37.2 | 24.0 | 51 | 10.7 |
| May | 35.5 | 25.5 | 149 | 10.2 |
| June | 34.7 | 26.8 | 193 | 9.3 |
| July | 31.9 | 25.9 | 313 | 7.9 |
| August | 31.5 | 25.6 | 355 | 7.9 |
| September | 31.2 | 25.2 | 310 | 7.9 |
| October | 30.8 | 22.6 | 158 | 9.2 |
| November | 28.5 | 17.4 | 6 | 9.6 |
| December | 25.1 | 13.5 | 27 | 9.2 |
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01 · OverviewDurgapur, in brief
Durgapur is a planned urban agglomeration and major industrial hub in the Indian state of West Bengal, situated within the Paschim Bardhaman district. Standing on the northern bank of the Damodar river, the city forms a critical center for producing steel and manufacturing train wheels while serving as a prominent regional IT hub.
The geography of the region is characterized by an undulating topography located just before the Damodar River enters the alluvial plains of Bengal. Positioned at 23.55°N 87.32°E, the settlement maintains an average elevation of 65 metres, equivalent to 213 feet. Just beyond the municipal boundaries lie the coal-bearing tracts of the Raniganj coalfields, with certain sections intruding directly into the area. Historically, the territory remained deeply forested until the close of the 20th century, and isolated streaks of indigenous sal and Mahua forests continue to appear scantily across the landscape.
The climate operates as a transitional zone between the tropical wet and dry conditions typical of Kolkata and the humid subtropical patterns found further north. Summers span from March to mid-June, followed by the monsoon season which brings heavy precipitation and accounts for the bulk of the annual rainfall totaling around 1,320 mm. Due to the high volume of precipitation witnessed during recent years, locals frequently reference the city as Chhota Cherapunji. Following the rains, a cold and dry winter extends from November to January, while brief autumn and spring periods occur around October and February. Within national environmental assessments, the city has earned a ranking as the 35th best National Clean Air City within its specific population category.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
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01 · Q&AWhere is Durgapur located and what are its coordinates?
Durgapur is situated in India at geographic coordinates 23.5158, 87.3080, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a recorded population of approximately 518,872 and observes the Asia/Kolkata time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Durgapur?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Durgapur include EN-IN, Hindi, Bengali, TE, MR, TA, Urdu, GU, KN, ML, OR, PA, AS, BH, SAT, KS, NE, SD, KOK, DOI, MNI, SIT, SA, French, LUS, INC, with INR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Durgapur?
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