Bangladesh Meteorological Department predicted rains  coupled with thunder showers and lightning in parts of the country including Dhaka in 24hrs commencing 9am on Monday. “Rain or thunder showers with lightning flashes and temporary gusty wind is likely at a few places over Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions and at one or two places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Khulna & Barishal divisions,” said a Met office bulletin. Day temperature may fall by (1-2)°C and night temperature may fall slightly over the country. The country’s maximum temperature was recorded in Chattogrtam’s Sitatakunda and Rangamati district at 38 degree Celsius  today.  

Rains may lash parts of the country in 24 hours commencing 9 am on Sunday. “Rain or thundershowers accompanied by lightning and temporary gusty wind are likely to in a few places in Rangpur, Rajshahi and Sylhet divisions, and at one or two places in Mymensingh, Khulna, and Dhaka divisions today,” said a Met Office bulletin. Elsewhere in the country, the weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy skies. Dhaka’s air quality turns ‘unhealthy’ Meanwhile, a mild heat wave is sweeping Chattogram, Rangamati, Feni, Bandarban, and Bagerhat and it may continue, the forecast said. In Dhaka, the wind will blow from the west or northwest at a speed of 8–12 kph, and the relative humidity at 6pm on Saturday was recorded at 60 per cent. 

The possibility of rainfall on Eid-ul-Fitr in Bangladesh is almost insignificant, with only a slight chance of drizzles in isolated areas of the Chattogram division, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). Talking to UNB on Saturday afternoon, Dr Muhammad Abul Kalam Mallik, a meteorologist at BMD, said the probability of rainfall remains very low across the country. “There might be some very light rain in a few places in the Chattogram division, but it is not significant,” he said. This year, Ramadan began on March 2 in Bangladesh. If the Shawwal moon is sighted on Sunday, the month of fasting will conclude with 29 days, and Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Monday. If the moon is not sighted, fasting will continue for 30 days, and Eid will be celebrated on Tuesday. When asked about the weather conditions on Eid day, Dr Mallik reiterated, “The chances of rain are minimal. There is only a slight possibility of very light rain in parts of Chattogram, but other divisions are unlikely to experience any rainfall.” Ramadan may extend to 30 days,  Eid likely on Monday in Saudi Arabia He also said although the possibility of rain is low, localised thunderclouds could develop unpredictably, leading to sporadic rain showers in some areas. “Such developments cannot be predicted in advance, but they remain a possibility,” he added. The meteorologist advised the public to keep an eye on daily weather updates from BMD to stay informed. “Since the exact date of Eid depends on moon sighting, everyone should also follow the daily forecasts for any last-minute changes in weather conditions. As of now, however, the probability of rainfall on Eid day is around 10 to 15 per cent, while there is an 80 per cent chance of dry weather.” The official weather forecast for Monday (March 31) indicates that skies across Bangladesh will remain partly cloudy, with overall dry conditions. Daytime temperatures may drop slightly, while night-time temperatures could experience a minor increase. The extended five-day forecast suggests only slight variations in weather conditions beyond Eid. With mostly dry weather expected, Bangladeshis can look forward to an uninterrupted and comfortable Eid celebration.

Rain and thundershowers, accompanied by lightning flashes and temporary gusty winds, are expected to occur at one or two places over the Rangpur, Rajshahi, and Khulna divisions in the coming hours, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s latest weather bulletin on Monday. Rain, thunderstorms expected over 4 divs, says BMD The weather conditions are likely to bring brief, intense spells of rainfall, with the possibility of lightning. Alongside the showers, temporary gusty winds may also affect these regions, potentially causing disruptions, it said. Rain, thundershowers likely in 8 divisions: BMD Day temperature was predicted to rise slightly, while the night temperature was expected to experience a slight decrease across the country, added the bulletin.

A mild heat wave is currently sweeping across Rajshahi, Pabna, Sirajganj, Kushtia, and Rangamati, and it is likely to persist in the coming days, affecting the daily comfort levels in these areas, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s (BMD) latest weather bulletin on Sunday. Weather forecast: Rain, thundershowers across country as heatwave persists in some areas Rain and thunder showers, accompanied by temporary gusty and squally winds, are likely to occur at one or two places in Sylhet Division. Elsewhere in the country, the weather will remain dry with a partly cloudy sky, it said. Weather forecast: Light to moderate rain expected across country; heatwave persists in Rajshahi The day temperatures may experience a slight increase, while night temperatures are expected to remain nearly unchanged, added the bulletin.

The windy, flame-fanning weather that put the nation's second most-populous metropolitan region on edge eased up Wednesday as firefighters made significant gains against the two massive wildfires burning around Los Angeles. A “Particularly Dangerous Situation” red-flag warning expired without causing explosive fire growth as feared, though forecasters said gusty winds could linger into early Thursday, mostly in the mountains. Temperatures were predicted to drop, and a deep marine layer was expected to move in over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service in Los Angeles. Those improved conditions should help fire crews make even more headway and allow residents to return to their neighborhoods to begin rebuilding. But Santa Ana winds could return early next week. “Good news: We are expecting a much-needed break from the fire weather concerns to close this week,” the weather service posted on social media Wednesday afternoon. “Bad News: Next week is a concern. While confident that we will NOT see a repeat of last week, dangerous fire weather conditions are expected.” Still, firefighters and police faced new challenges. Since the beginning of the outbreak last week, authorities have arrested about half a dozen people accused of setting new, small fires that were quickly knocked down. One suspect admitted starting a fire in a tree “because he liked the smell of burning leaves,” Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said. Another said “she enjoyed causing chaos and destruction,” the chief said Wednesday. Authorities have not determined a cause for the major blazes in what is on track to become the nation’s costliest fire disaster, with at least 25 people dead and thousands of homes destroyed. Officials facing questions over response LA officials, who already were criticized for hydrants running dry, faced more questions. Fire officials chose not to double the number of firefighters on duty last Tuesday as winds increased, and only five of more than 40 engines were deployed, according to internal records obtained by The Los Angeles Times and interviews with fire commanders. Read: Relief, 21st-century style: As wildfires burn, GoFundMe becomes a repository of harrowing stories The department also did not call in off-duty firefighters until after the Palisades Fire erupted. Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley defended her decisions. “I can tell you and stand before you, we did everything in our capability to surge where we could,” she told a news conference. Crowley said that despite “limited capacity” within the department, crews were able to respond swiftly by calling for assistance from other agencies and seeking help from off-duty firefighters. Increasing containment on the biggest fires More manageable winds Tuesday allowed firefighters to make gains on the two most destructive fires. Almost half of the Eaton Fire just north of LA was contained, and one-fifth of the fire that destroyed much of the seaside neighborhood of Pacific Palisades was surrounded. Both of those broke out Jan. 7 in conditions similar to what was expected Wednesday, though winds were higher last week when they pushed flames at remarkable speed and carried fire-sparking embers for miles. Packed and ready to go Weary and anxious residents said they were ready to make a hasty escape amid the threat from intense winds. Javier Vega, who said he feels like he has been “sleeping with one eye open,” and his girlfriend have planned out how they can quickly pack up their two cats, eight fish and leopard gecko if they get orders to evacuate. “Typically on any other night, hearing helicopters flying overhead from midnight to 4 in the morning, that would drive anyone crazy,” Vega said. But figuring they were helping firefighters to keep the flames from threatening their neighborhood, he explained, “it was actually soothing for me to go to sleep.” Long road of rebuilding ahead Los Angeles authorities promised to do everything they could to help people recover and rebuild. But Mayor Karen Bass acknowledged there is no way to replace much of what has been lost. “You’ve lost memories, family. All of the experiences that took place there are gone, and gone unexpectedly, gone rapidly,” Bass said. Read more: Firefighters continue battling LA wildfires amid dangerous weather warning This week the mayor issued an executive order to eliminate red tape and allow people to live in tiny homes and trailers while they rebuild. Different kind of disaster Thomas Martin works with Calvary Disaster Relief, a group that responds to disasters all over the world. Most times, he shows up after floods, tornadoes and hurricanes, helping people repair their roofs and rip out soggy carpet. “This is different,” he said. “This is total devastation. There’s nothing much we can do other than pray for the folks.” Wildfires on the rise across LA With almost no rain in more than eight months, the brush-filled region has had more than a dozen wildfires this year, mostly in the greater Los Angeles area. The four largest ones have scorched more than 63 square miles (163 square kilometers), roughly three times the size of Manhattan. Searching for victims Nearly 30 people were still missing, Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna said Wednesday. Deputies have searched more than 5,500 properties for victims from the Eaton Fire and hoped to finish in that area by Thursday, he said. One of the victims of the Eaton Fire, 95-year-old Dalyce Curry, loved wearing big hair and makeup, her family said. She hobnobbed with stars from old Hollywood, appearing as an extra with Diana Ross in “Lady Sings the Blues” and in 1956’s “The Ten Commandments.” Entertainment community responds The Grammy awards ceremony will happen Feb. 2 and focus on helping the city’s recovery. “In challenging times, music has the power to heal, comfort and unite like nothing else,” Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and Tammy Hurt, chair of the board of trustees, said in a letter sent to academy members that was obtained by The Associated Press.

The day and night temperatures may fall over the country in five days till Wednesday, according to Bangladesh Metrological Department(BMD). “Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country, having chances of light rain/drizzle at one or two places over Rangpur division in 24 hours commencing 9am on Saturday.” Moderate cold wave with fog likely across the country: BMD Night temperature may rise slightly and day temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country during the period, it said. Fog: Light to moderate fog may occur at places over the country during late night till morning. Ridge of sub-continental high extends up to West Bengal and adjoining area. Seasonal low lies over South Bay, extending it's trough to Northeast Bay. Dhaka’s air the world's 2nd worst this morning The country’s lowest temperature was recorded in Tentulia at 9.3 Degree Celsius today.

Light to moderate rain has been predicted in parts of three divisions of the county by Sunday evening. Country's other areas are expected to experience predominantly dry weather with partly cloudy skies, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). The BMD says that the low-pressure system over the west-central Bay of Bengal and surrounding areas weakened into a well-marked low-pressure area on Saturday night as it moved east-northeast. In light of this development, maritime ports have been advised to lower their warning signals. Dry weather, fog, mild cold wave continue across Bangladesh: BMD Temperature Update The lowest temperature in the country was recorded in Tetulia, Panchagarh, at 10.3°C on Saturday. The BMD forecasts that daytime temperatures across the country might increase slightly today (Sunday), while nighttime temperatures may decrease marginally. On Monday, both daytime and nighttime temperatures are expected to rise slightly, while Tuesday may see a slight drop in daytime temperatures.   Rainfall Forecast By Sunday evening, light to moderate rain is likely in some areas of Khulna, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions. In contrast, other parts of the country are expected to experience mostly dry weather with partly cloudy skies. The BMD also says that no rainfall is likely  in the subsequent 24 hours. But rain may resume in different regions from Monday evening onwards.   Fog Advisory The weather office has further indicated that light to moderate fog may occur in some areas during the late-night to early-morning hours over the next few days.

Light rain or drizzle is likely to occur at one or two places over Rangpur and Rajshahi divisions on Sunday, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department. Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky elsewhere over the country, said a met office update. Dhaka’s air quality again turns ‘unhealthy’ Day and night temperatures may remain nearly unchanged over the country, it added. The lowest temperature in the country today was recorded at 20.3 degrees Celsius in Tetulia while the highest temperature was recorded at 34.5 degrees Celsius in Feni, said the bulletin.  

Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted distant cautionary signal no one as the depression over Southwest Bay and adjoining area moved west-northwards over the same area. At 6 am on Wednesday, it was centered about 1470 km southwest of Chattogram port, 1420 km southwest of Cox’s Bazar post, 1345km southwest of Mongla port and 1350 km southwest of Payra port, said a special bulletin of Met office. It is likely to move west-northwesterly direction further. Low pressure area formed over Bay Maximum sustained wind speed within 44 km of the depression centre is about 40 kph rising to 50 kph in gusts or squalls. Sea will remain moderate near the depression centre. All fishing boats and trawlers over the North Bay and deep sea have been advised to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.