According to the forecast from the meteorological office, a mild to moderate heatwave is currently sweeping over eight divisions in Bangladesh. The affected divisions include Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet. The heatwave is expected to continue in these areas.

Weather Conditions and Rainfall

The forecast also mentions that rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds may occur at one or two places in the Sylhet division, with isolated hails. However, the weather is expected to remain mainly dry with a temporary partly cloudy sky in other parts of the country.

Temperature and Rainfall Records

On Thursday, the maximum temperature in the country was recorded at 39.5 degrees Celsius in Ishwardi. The minimum temperature for today was recorded at 24.0 degrees Celsius in Tetulia. The maximum rainfall in the last twenty-four hours until 6 am today was recorded at 03 millimeters in Rajshahi.

Outlook and Discomfort

The day and night temperatures are expected to remain nearly unchanged across the country. However, due to an increase in moisture incursion, the discomfort from the heat may persist.

In the capital city, the sun is set to rise at 5:15 am tomorrow and set at 6:35 pm today.