Bangladesh Braces for New Rains Amid Shifting Weather Patterns
Dhaka woke to overcast skies this Wednesday, a stark change from yesterday’s bright morning. Weather officials predict a new low-pressure system will develop over the Bay of Bengal later today, bringing the possibility of more rain.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) indicates a chance of rain for the capital today. Heavier showers are more likely in the afternoon, although severe rainfall is not anticipated.
According to BMD meteorologist Omar Faruk, the low-pressure area could form as early as 10:00 AM this morning. However, he clarified that rain does not usually begin immediately after a low-pressure system develops.
This means any significant rainfall from the new system might start tomorrow or the day after. Faruk assured that these upcoming rains are not expected to be as intense as those experienced last week.
Last week, between July 5 and July 12, Bangladesh endured a period of heavy rainfall. This was driven by a depression over the sea combined with an active monsoon season. The downpours began primarily in the southeastern Chattogram region, later spreading across the country, including Sylhet.
During that eight-day period, the nation received a remarkable 79 percent of its total average monthly rainfall. This highlights the severity of the recent wet spell.
As the possibility of rain increases, temperatures across the country saw a noticeable rise yesterday. They climbed by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius, making conditions considerably warmer. In Dhaka, the temperature reached over 34°C yesterday, compared to 29°C the previous day.
However, today’s forecast offers some relief, stating that temperatures are not expected to rise further.
If this new round of rain develops, it is likely to begin in the southern parts of the country before spreading. However, officials do not expect this upcoming wet spell to last for an extended period. The BMD’s latest forecast for Dhaka and surrounding areas also indicates a chance of rain over the next six hours.
