Best Time to Visit Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Dhaka is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Dhaka for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 19°C / 66.2°F in January to 28.9°C / 84°F in August, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in (January) to 412 mm / 16.2 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Dhaka's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C66.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.9°C71.4°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 24.4°C75.9°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.2°C68.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
The best time to visit Dhaka for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 28.9°C / 84°F, and the driest is January with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dhaka's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Dhaka?
The rainy season at Dhaka, Dhaka runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 173 mm / 6.8 in. The wettest single month is July (412 mm / 16.2 in).
What is the driest month in Dhaka?
The driest month in Dhaka is January, averaging about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19°C / 66.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Dhaka?
The least comfortable months for travel to Dhaka — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 412 mm / 16.2 in in July, and the coldest month averages 19°C / 66.2°F.
Is Dhaka climate different from Bangladesh overall?
Yes, usually. Our Dhaka figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Bangladesh figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Dhaka specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.