Dhaka Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Dhaka sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be very warm at the high end
to roughly warm at the low end.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Dhaka changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in April to a comfortable 26°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 13°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Dhaka experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2048 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Dhaka, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 378 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 7.2 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Dhaka Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Dhaka, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in March. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 4.4 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Dhaka.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 83%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 0 m/s and 2 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, October, November and December and highest during April, May, June, July and August.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Dhaka in Bangladesh
Dhaka has high temperatures year round ranging between 26°C and 34°C.The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, November and December.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Dhaka occurs in the months of April, May, June, July, August and September.
Yes, the months of January and December are very dry.
June tops the wettest month list with 378 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 7 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 256 hours of sunshine.
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