Bangladesh weather in May
Planning a getaway to Bangladesh this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Bangladesh in May?
May in Bangladesh generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 32°C in Sylhet to 34°C in Bogra. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Bogra and 24°C in Sylhet. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Cox's Bazar with an average of 236 mm to heavy rainfall in Sylhet with 705 mm. Meanwhile, Dhaka enjoys close to 220 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Bangladesh for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Bangladesh climate page.
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Popular destinations in Bangladesh
What is the weather like in May for the 4 most popular destinations in Bangladesh?
Average weather in Dhaka
In May Dhaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Cox's Bazar
In May Cox's Bazar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chittagong
In May Chittagong generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Sylhet
In May Sylhet generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Bangladesh.
Is May the best time to visit Bangladesh?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Bangladesh with often poor weather in Dhaka.
Generally speaking, January, February, November and December provide perfect weather in Dhaka. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.
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