Dhaka weather in January (Bangladesh)

Looking to travel to Dhaka in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In Dhaka the weather in January is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 26°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C. Typically, this month offers some of the year's milder temperatures. However it's still unmistakably warm.

Dhaka in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 7.2 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 1 day of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 220 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dhaka, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 7.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 1 day  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
WindspeedWindspeed  
SunshineSunshine 220 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Bangladesh in January

Find out more about the weather in Bangladesh in January 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 January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dhaka.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Bangladesh? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Bangladesh. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.