More rain likely in Dhaka, 7 other divisions

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has predicted rains or thundershowers in different parts of the country, including Dhaka, for the next 24 hours starting from 9am Thursday.

“Rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind are likely to occur at many places over Chattogram and Barishal divisions, at a few places over Dhaka and Khulna divisions, and at one or two places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions, with moderately heavy to heavy falls at places over Chattogram and Barishal divisions,” the Met Office said.

A severe heatwave is sweeping over the districts of Rajshahi, Pabna, Naogaon, Dinajpur, Jashore and Chuadanga.

Dhaka and Mymensingh divisions, parts of Rangpur, Rajshahi and Khulna divisions, and the district of Sylhet are witnessing a mild to moderate heatwave, and it may abate in some places.

Daytime temperatures may fall by 1-3 degrees Celsius and nighttime temperatures may fall slightly across the country. A trough of westerly low lies over India's West Bengal and adjoining area.

Drizzles bring some relief in Dhaka

Dhaka city on Thursday saw drizzles, which provided some brief relief from the scorching heat that has been sweeping across the country for several days.

The day started with a cloudy sky, and Dhaka dwellers witnessed drizzles on their way to work in the morning.

However, the drizzle caused gridlock on several major streets in the capital, and city dwellers were stuck on the road during rush hour.

Signal 3 for maritime ports

Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) asked the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra to hoist local cautionary signal number three.

“Deep convection is taking place over north Bay. Squally weather may affect the maritime ports, north Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh,” it said in a warning message issued on Wednesday.

All fishing boats and trawlers over north Bay have been advised to come close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.