Dhaka Weather in August

What August feels like in Dhaka

Late summer arrives in Dhaka with August. Afternoons are hot, so sightseeing works best in the morning or evening. Evenings ease the heat only slightly, and nights remain very warm. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.

Rain in Dhaka in August

Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on most days. When rain comes it is heavy, about 10 mm (0.4 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. That is close to Dhaka's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 10.9 mm). It is among the three wettest months of the year.

Daylight and sunshine in August

In mid-August, sunrise is at about 5:34 am and sunset at about 6:33 pm (local time) — 12 h 59 min of daylight. Compared with mid-July, the day has lost 29 min. About 61% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.

How August compares to the rest of the year

August is the 6th warmest month of the year in Dhaka. It is about as warm as July, with 26 mm less rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. The next month's average high: 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Who August suits

• Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
• Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
• Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.

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