Dhaka weather in August (Bangladesh)

Looking to travel to Dhaka in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Dhaka typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 33°C, while night temperatures can drop to 27°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Dhaka in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 277 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 141 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Dhaka. January, February, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dhaka climate page with graphs.

 

Dhaka, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 277 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 83%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 141 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Bangladesh in August

Find out more about the weather in Bangladesh in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Dhaka in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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