Amidst the ongoing mild cold wave, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted rainfall in various regions, including Dhaka. Over the next 24 hours – starting from 9 am today (January 17, 2024)– rain is anticipated in Rajshahi, Khulna, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions. The Met office has highlighted a likelihood of rain in one or two places within these areas. Meanwhile, rain is likely to occur at one or two places over Dhaka, Rajshahi, Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions on Thursday, according to the forecast of BMD. BMD predicts this is how long current cold wave will continue The forecast also includes the possibility of moderate to thick fog covering the country from night through to morning, potentially persisting until noon in some areas. This foggy condition may lead to temporary disruptions in air navigation, inland river transport, and road communication. Wednesday witnessed the country’s lowest temperature at 9.4 degrees Celsius in Bandarban. As the country experiences this cold wave, the weather in other parts of Bangladesh is expected to remain mainly dry, with temporary partly cloudy skies. Temperature fluctuations are also predicted, with the night temperature likely to increase by 1-2 degrees Celsius, and a slight rise in the daytime temperature across the country. As cold weather continues, Dhaka’s air quality still ‘unhealthy’ The prevailing foggy conditions might also contribute to cold day scenarios in various places throughout Bangladesh. Citizens are advised to stay updated with the latest weather reports and plan their activities accordingly.

Moderate to thick fog may occur at places over the river basins and light to moderate fog may occur at places elsewhere in the country in 24 hours till Sunday morning. Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy skies across the country, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said in its bulletin. Night temperature may rise slightly and day temperature may remain nearly unchanged. The lowest temperature in the country was recorded at 10.5 degrees Celsius in Chuadanga district in 24 hours till 6 am today. The highest temperature was recorded at 30.8 degrees Celsius in Teknaf during this time. Also read: Moderate to thick fog may cover parts of country A ridge of sub-continental high extends up to India’s Bihar and adjoining areas. Seasonal low lies over south Bay.  

Ferry services on the key Paturia-Daulatdia route resumed after a five-hour suspension on Wednesday morning after visibility improved.

Flight operations at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport resumed on Wednesday morning after a seven-hour suspension.

A woman and her son were killed and 10 others were injured after a passenger launch hit another on the Meghna River in Majherchar area on early Monday in thick fog.