The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Dhaka. Temperatures rise (90°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 45% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Dhaka. Compared to April: −2°F daytime, 18 pts more rainy days, −0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Daylight
13.1h of daylight
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Dhaka is February (8.9/10), 4.1 pts higher than May.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Bangladesh
🗣️LanguageBengali
💶CurrencyTaka (৳)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️SafetyModerate · 3/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.96°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthApril · 91°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 75°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 68%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Other destinations in May
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Location
Where is Dhaka ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
BangladeshTropical climate with a 8.9 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
23.72°N · 90.41°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Dhaka?
February is the best month with 81°F highs, 61°F lows, 7.3h of sunshine and 7.0% rainy days. The months of February & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Dhaka get in February?
Dhaka averages 7.3 sunshine hours per day in February. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Dhaka?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Dhaka in February?
In February, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Dhaka good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Dhaka scores 8.3/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains February with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Dhaka?
July is the most difficult month to visit Dhaka, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.