Cloudy skies and drizzle greeted Dhaka Thursday morning, with more showers likely as a well‑marked low over the Bay of Bengal influences conditions.
The system has intensified, bringing heavier rainfall to coastal regions. Cloud cover has persisted across the capital since morning, accompanied by intermittent drizzle.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department said rainfall in Dhaka may rise during the day before easing by afternoon or evening, with showers likely again Friday.
In its latest bulletin, the BMD also forecast rain in other parts of the country over the next 24 hours from 9am. It added that moderately heavy to heavy falls may occur at places across the country.
Cox’s Bazar recorded the highest rainfall at 83mm in the 24 hours to 6am on Thursday, the Met office said.
Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions are expected to see rain under the influence of the low, while other divisions may also experience scattered showers. The system’s impact along the coast could extend inland to Dhaka.
A similar low formed last month, triggering widespread rainfall and flooding in nine districts. Officials said the risk of comparable heavy rain or flooding remains low this time.
On Wednesday, Chattogram recorded the country’s highest rainfall at 37mm. Dhaka, which stayed clear and hot through most of the day, saw a sudden afternoon spell of rain, recording 11mm.
