Rain forecasted in parts of Bangladesh amid winter
Bangladesh Meteorological Department has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in parts of Bangladesh including in Dhaka division from Friday amid the winter, which may further intensify the cold weather.
"Moderate to heavy rainfall is likely at places over Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions during next 72 hours commencing 6 am of 20 December," said a Met office bulletin today (17 December).
The low-pressure area lies over central parts of the South Bay of Bengal and adjoining areas, its associated trough extends up to North Bay, it said.
A ridge of sub-continental height extends up to West Bengal and adjoining areas.
The weather may remain dry with a temporary partly cloudy sky over the country in 24 hours from 9am on Tuesday.
Night temperature may rise slightly and day temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country.