Capital city in Dhaka Division, Bangladesh
Dhaka weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Dhaka
Nov–Feb is dry and cooler, but air pollution peaks. Mar–May is very hot and humid; Jun–Oct monsoon floods streets and rickshaws stall.
Dhaka weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan24°10 mm
- Feb29°21 mm
- Mar34°54 mm
- Apr35°176 mm
- May34°310 mm
- Jun31°387 mm
- Jul31°404 mm
- Aug31°327 mm
- Sep30°271 mm
- Oct30°176 mm
- Nov28°31 mm
- Dec25°16 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C76°F | 11°C52°F | 10 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 14°C58°F | 21 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| March | 34°C93°F | 19°C67°F | 54 mm | 50% | Hot |
| April | 35°C96°F | 24°C74°F | 176 mm | 64% | Rainy |
| May | 34°C93°F | 25°C78°F | 310 mm | 75% | Very wet |
| June | 31°C89°F | 26°C79°F | 387 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| July | 31°C87°F | 26°C78°F | 404 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| August | 31°C87°F | 26°C78°F | 327 mm | 89% | Very wet |
| September | 30°C87°F | 25°C77°F | 271 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 176 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| November | 28°C82°F | 17°C63°F | 31 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 25°C76°F | 13°C55°F | 16 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
Best months across Bangladesh
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaka | Nov–Feb | Apr (35°C) |
| Cox's Bazar | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Dhaka?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is dry and cooler, but air pollution peaks. Mar–May is very hot and humid; Jun–Oct monsoon floods streets and rickshaws stall.
When is the rainy season in Dhaka?
Rain peaks in July with about 404 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Apr–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Dhaka?
April, with average highs of 35°C (96°F).
How cold does Dhaka get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 11°C (52°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Dhaka Mass Transit Company (MRT)
- Bangladesh e-Visa portal
- Evercare Hospital Dhaka
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.