Our verdict
The best time to visit Dhaka is March
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 39℃ (102℉) in the middle of the day. The average low temperatures in winter float around 15℃ (60℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about 13℃ (56℉).
If you’re a sun-chaser and want to visit Dhaka when the days are longest, you should visit in April. May sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in January instead.
Keep reading to find all the info you need (and none of the stuff you don’t) about the best times to go to Dhaka. By the time you get to the bottom, you’ll be ready to start booking your trip.
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Dhaka seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Dhaka as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Dhaka is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Dhaka
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Dhaka for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Dhaka climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Dhaka for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Dhaka in January
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 2mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in January, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Dhaka in February
- Average temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 45%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 10mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in February, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Dhaka in March
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 34℃ (93℉)
- Average low temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average humidity: 48%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays pretty warm most of the time.
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Dhaka in April
- Average temperature: 31℃ (87℉)
- Average high temperature: 36℃ (98℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 59%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 90mm (4") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in April, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Dhaka in May
- Average temperature: 31℃ (88℉)
- Average high temperature: 36℃ (96℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 69%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 104mm (4") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in May, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Dhaka in June
- Average temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average high temperature: 34℃ (93℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 7 days
- Average rainfall: 99mm (4") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Dhaka in July
- Average temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average high temperature: 33℃ (90℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 88mm (3") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Dhaka in August
- Average temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average high temperature: 33℃ (91℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (80℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 88mm (3") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Dhaka in September
- Average temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average high temperature: 32℃ (90℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 86mm (3") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
Dhaka in October
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (88℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Dhaka in November
- Average temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average humidity: 67%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Dhaka in December
- Average temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 60%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Dhaka in December, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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