Climate of Bangladesh — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Bangladesh. Part of Southern Asia, Asia.
Located in Southern Asia, Asia, Bangladesh has a Mediterranean-style climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 19.4°C / 66.9°F in January to 29.1°C / 84.4°F in April, with annual rainfall totalling around 1930.2 mm / 76 in — driest in February (7.6 mm / 0.3 in), wettest in July (427 mm / 16.8 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.4°C66.9°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 22.8°C73°F | 7.6 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 27.2°C81°F | 23.1 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 29.1°C84.4°F | 144.5 mm5.7″ | Tropical |
| May | 28.8°C83.8°F | 241.6 mm9.5″ | Tropical |
| June | 28.3°C82.9°F | 324.6 mm12.8″ | Tropical |
| July | 28.2°C82.8°F | 427 mm16.8″ | Tropical |
| August | 28.3°C82.9°F | 347.2 mm13.7″ | Tropical |
| September | 28.1°C82.6°F | 215.1 mm8.5″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.4°C81.3°F | 149.4 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 23.9°C75°F | 17.8 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.6°C69.1°F | 22.3 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bangladesh?
The best months to visit Bangladesh for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, November, December. The warmest month is April (29.1°C / 84.4°F average), and the driest is February (~7.6 mm / 0.3 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Bangladesh?
Bangladesh has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.4°C / 66.9°F in January to 29.1°C / 84.4°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1930 mm / 76 in, with the wettest month being July (427 mm / 16.8 in) and the driest February (7.6 mm / 0.3 in). Regional variation within Bangladesh can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Bangladesh?
The hottest month in Bangladesh is April, with a country-wide average temperature of 29.1°C / 84.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Bangladesh?
The coldest month in Bangladesh is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 19.4°C / 66.9°F.
When does it rain most in Bangladesh?
The wettest month in Bangladesh is July, averaging about 427 mm / 16.8 in of rain. The driest is February with about 7.6 mm / 0.3 in.