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West Bengal About West Bengal Places to Visit   Kolkata   About the City Getting there Getting around What to see Hotels Eating Out Bookshelf Shopping Festivals Weather and Essentials     Weather Being next to the sea, the weather is usually hot and sultry. Its best to visit Kolkata in the winter months between November and March when the weather is pleasant. Essentials Cool cottons in summer and light woolens in winters. Carry sunglasses and a parasol to protect yourself from the sun.