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The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has warned that temporary waterlogging may occur in parts of Dhaka metropolitan areas due to heavy to very heavy rainfall in the next 24 hours. In a rainfall warning bulletin issued on Monday, the BMD said heavy rainfall (44–88mm in 24 hours) to very heavy rainfall (more than 88mm in 24 hours) is likely at places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions from 11am Monday due to the influence of active monsoon. The weather office said temporary waterlogging may occur in some areas of Dhaka city because of the heavy to very heavy rainfall. The highest rainfall in the past 24 hours until 6am on Monday was recorded at Ambagan in Chattogram, where 174mm of rain was measured. During the same period, Dhaka recorded 97mm of rainfall. Day temperatures may fall slightly, while night temperatures may remain nearly unchanged across the country, the bulletin added.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Friday forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of the country over the next 24 hours, warning that the downpour could trigger landslides in the hilly areas of Chattogram division and cause temporary waterlogging in Dhaka and Chattogram metropolitan areas. In a heavy rainfall warning issued in the morning, it said the rain is likely to affect parts of Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions during the 24 hours commencing at 10:00am on Friday under the influence of an active monsoon. According to the BMD, heavy rainfall refers to precipitation between 44 mm and 88 mm, while very heavy rainfall means more than 88 mm within the forecast period. The country's highest rainfall in the 24 hours till 6:00am on Friday was recorded in Chattogram at 211 mm. Day and night temperatures may remain nearly unchanged across the country, the BMD said. The monsoon trough extends through Punjab, Haryana, the centre of the low-pressure area, Bihar, West Bengal and Assam, passing across central Bangladesh. One of its associated troughs extends up to the North Bay. The monsoon is active over Bangladesh and strong over the North Bay, the BMD added.

Day and night temperatures may rise slightly across the country, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said on Friday. The highest temperature on Thursday was 36.5 degrees Celsius in Rangamati and Kumarkhali in Khulna, while Dhaka recorded 34.2 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind and lightning are likely at one or two places over Dhaka, Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions, with isolated hailstorms, in the next 24 hours commencing at 9:00am on Friday. Weather elsewhere in the country may remain mainly dry with a temporarily partly cloudy sky. According to the BMD, a trough of low lies over West Bengal and adjoining areas, while a seasonal low is positioned over the South Bay.

Rain or thundershowers with maximum wind speeds of up to 60 kilometres per hour likely to sweep 19 districts, said the Bangladesh Meteorological Department. Rain or thunder showers temporary west or northwesterly gusty or squally wind speed 45-60kph is likely over Rangpur, Dinajpur, Rajshahi, Pabna, Bogura, Tangail, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Jashore, Kushtia, Faridpur, Madaripur, Khulna, Barishal, Patuakhali, Cumilla, Noakhali, Chattogram and Sylhet where in river ports shall hoist cautionary signal no one, said a Met office bulletin. The warning for Inland River ports to remain valid till 6 pm on Saturday, according to a bulletin.

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rain and thundershowers at several places in eight divisions of the country, including Dhaka, for 24 hours commencing 9 am on Saturday. “Rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind and lightning flashes is likely to occur at a few places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Mymensingh, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions with hail at isolated places,” said a Met office bulletin. Day and temperatures may fall by 1-2°C over the country. A trough of low lies over West Bengal and adjoining area. Seasonal low lies over South Bay.  

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast a rise in rainfall in parts of Bangladesh after March 18 which could disrupt travel and outdoor activities during the upcoming Eid al-Fitr. According to the Met office bulletin issued on Saturday, rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds and lightning are likely at a few places in Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions and at one or two places in Rajshahi , Rangpur , Dhaka , Khulna,  Barishal and Chattogram divisions. Isolated hailstorms may also occur in some areas. The forecast, valid for the next 24 hours from 9 am Saturday. Besides, day and night temperatures across the country may fall slightly. It said a trough of low pressure lies over West Bengal and adjoining areas while the seasonal low remains over the South Bay of Bengal, influencing weather conditions in Bangladesh. The capital Dhaka experienced its first pre-monsoon thunderstorm with hail on Friday evening. Lightning flashes were followed by heavy rain mixed with hail, briefly disrupting movement in several areas. Many shoppers heading out for Eid took shelter under shop verandas and canopies while traffic congestion slowed commuters in parts of the city. Despite the brief disruption, the rainfall brought relief after a hot day, lowering temperatures and offering some comfort to residents. The Met office had earlier indicated that the season’s first pre-monsoon weather system, locally known as “Godhuli,” would become active from Friday night, initially affecting northeastern parts of the country. The government has declared March 18 a public holiday to help ensure smoother travel for people returning to their hometowns for Eid al-Fitr. As a result, government officials and employees will enjoy a continuous holiday from March 17 to March 23.

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rain or thunder showers in five divisions of the country including Dhaka in 24 hours commencing 9am on Monday. “Rain or thunder showers is likely at one or two places over Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram & Sylhet divisions,” said the latest Met office bulletin. Trough of low lies over West Bengal and adjoining area. Seasonal low lies over South Bay, extending its trough to Northeast Bay, it said. Weather may remain mainly dry with parly cloudy sky elsewhere over the country. Day temperature may remain nearly unchanged and night temperature may fall slightly over the country.

Weather is likely to remain dry with a temporary partly cloudy sky over the country in 24 hours commencing 9am on Monday (January 19, 2026), said Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). Light to moderate fog may occur at a few places across the country during the late night to early morning hours, it said. Night and day temperatures are expected to remain nearly unchanged. Read More: Rains, thundershowers likely in 3 divisions: BMD A ridge of the sub-continental high extends up to West Bengal and adjoining areas, while a seasonal low lies over the south Bay, extending its trough to the Northeast Bay. The lowest temperature was recorded at 9.2 degrees Celsius in Tentulia.

A mild cold wave is sweeping over parts of the country and it may continue in some places, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said on Thursday. According to the regular Met office bulletin, “Mild cold wave is sweeping over the districts of Dinajpur, Panchagarh, Kurigram and Chuadanga and it may continue and spread. Light to moderate fog may occur at a few places over the country during late night to morning. Panchagarh’s Tetulia recorded the country’s lowest temperature at 7.5 degrees Celsius on Thursday morning. Night and day temperatures may fall slightly over the country. Mild cold wave sweeps parts of Bangladesh: BMD Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country.

A mild cold wave is sweeping over parts of the country and it may continue in some places, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said on Saturday. According to the regular Met office bulletin, “A mild cold wave is sweeping over Rangpur and Rajshahi divisions and the districts of Jashore, Chuadanga and Kushtia and it may continue at places.” Moderate to thick fog may occur over the riverbasins of the country and light to moderate fog may occur elsewhere over the country during mid-night to morning. Chuadanga and Panchagarh’s Tetulia recorded the country’s lowest temperature at 8.3 degrees Celsius on Saturday morning, BMD said. Night temperature may rise slightly and day temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country. Gopalganj records season’s lowest temperature at 7.5°C as cold wave grips Bangladesh Weather may remain dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country.