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Dhaka in January sees high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F). With just 7.2 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall on average, it's the driest month of the year.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dhaka - and find the best time to visit.
48-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Dhaka typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dhaka spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 25 years of weather observations (2000-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Dhaka.
Find out more about the weather in Bangladesh and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Bangladesh in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Dhaka in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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