Dhaka
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Dhaka month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Dhaka are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 24–28°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), January the coldest (average low 13°C), and June the wettest (about 301 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2 | 12.8 | 5 | 9.4 |
| February | 27.5 | 15.5 | 16 | 9.9 |
| March | 31.7 | 20.1 | 51 | 10.3 |
| April | 33.9 | 23.9 | 125 | 10.2 |
| May | 32.8 | 25.2 | 262 | 9.4 |
| June | 31.9 | 26.3 | 301 | 8.0 |
| July | 31.4 | 26.1 | 287 | 8.0 |
| August | 31.5 | 25.9 | 278 | 8.2 |
| September | 31.7 | 25.8 | 244 | 8.6 |
| October | 30.9 | 23.7 | 199 | 9.1 |
| November | 28.9 | 18.7 | 34 | 9.8 |
| December | 25.5 | 14.9 | 30 | 9.2 |
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01 · OverviewDhaka, in brief
Dhaka, formerly known as Dacca, is the capital and largest city of Bangladesh. With an estimated population of 36.6 million, Dhaka is the second largest city by population in the world, and is widely considered to be the most densely populated built-up urban area in the world. Dhaka is an important cultural, economic, and scientific hub of Eastern South Asia. Dhaka ranks fourth in South Asia and 55th in the world in terms of GDP. Lying on the Ganges Delta, it is bounded by the Buriganga, Turag, Dhaleshwari and Shitalakshya rivers. It is also the largest Bengali-speaking city in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhaka
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01 · Q&AWhere is Dhaka located and what are its coordinates?
Dhaka is situated in Bangladesh at geographic coordinates 23.7104, 90.4074 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Dhaka?
Dhaka has a recorded population of approximately 10,356,500 and observes the Asia/Dhaka time zone (BDT).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Dhaka?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Dhaka include bn-BD, en, and the circulating currency is BDT.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Dhaka?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Dhaka, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.