DHAKA, April 9, 2026 (V7N) – The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued a weather forecast for the next 24 hours, predicting rain and thunderstorms across various regions of the country, beginning at 9:00 AM today.

Rain and Thunderstorms: Rain and thunder showers, accompanied by temporary gusty winds and lightning flashes, are expected to occur at a few places over the Rangpur, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions. Isolated hailstorms are also forecast at some locations.

Temperature Changes: The day temperature is likely to drop by 1-2°C, and the night temperature may fall slightly across the country.

Temperature Records: On Wednesday, the highest temperature recorded was 35.6°C in Rangamati, while today’s minimum temperature is 17.9°C in Tetulia.

Sunrise and Sunset: The sun will set at 6:18 PM today and rise at 5:42 AM tomorrow in Dhaka.


Pollution Levels: Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, was ranked 8th among the world’s most polluted cities on Thursday morning, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 127 at 9:20 AM. The air was classified as "unhealthy for sensitive groups," which means it may pose health risks to more vulnerable individuals, such as those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.

Global Comparison: The most polluted cities included Chiang Mai (Thailand) with an AQI of 170, Karachi (Pakistan) at 165, and Hanoi (Vietnam) at 163.

AQI Classification:


101-150: Unhealthy for sensitive groups


151-200: Unhealthy


201-300: Very unhealthy


301+: Hazardous, can cause serious health issues


Pollutants: The AQI in Bangladesh is based on five major pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and ozone.

Health Risks: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), air pollution causes around 7 million deaths worldwide each year, primarily due to stroke, heart disease, chronic respiratory illnesses, lung cancer, and acute infections.Air Pollution in Dhaka: Dhaka has long struggled with significant air pollution, which typically worsens during the winter months and improves during the monsoon season.

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