Bangladesh

Bangladesh Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bangladesh in December.

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Dhaka Cox's Bazar Chittagong Sylhet

Thinking about venturing to Bangladesh this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Bangladesh in December

December in Bangladesh generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Dhaka.

For specific regional insights in Bangladesh, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bogra with an average of 7.9 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Cox's Bazar with 16 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Dhaka gets approximately 245 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Bangladesh in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Bangladesh

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Bangladesh?

Temperature range in Bangladesh (December)

Precipitation variation in Bangladesh (December)

Dhaka

In December Dhaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
245 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Dhaka →

Cox's Bazar

In December Cox's Bazar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
5.5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
a single day
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Cox's Bazar →

Chittagong

In December Chittagong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
247 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chittagong →

Sylhet

In December Sylhet generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Sylhet →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bangladesh in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dhaka 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Cox's Bazar 27°C (81°F) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Chittagong 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Sylhet 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Bogra 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 7.9 mm (0.3 in)

Bangladesh weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bangladesh in December?

In December, Bangladesh generally has perfect weather conditions. Dhaka sees daytime temperatures near 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Bangladesh in December?

Average temperatures in Bangladesh during December range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Dhaka.

Does Bangladesh get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Bangladesh during December, with Dhaka averaging close to 12 mm (0.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Bangladesh?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Bangladesh. Typically, the climate in Dhaka is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and December offering mostly perfect weather in Dhaka. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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