Dhaka: Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today forecasted rain in different parts of the country in the next 24 hours commencing from 9 am. "Light to moderately heavy rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at most places over Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions and at many places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions," said a Met office bulletin issued this morning.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the bulletin also indicated that heavy to very heavy falls may occur at places over Khulna, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions. The day and night temperatures are expected to remain nearly unchanged across the country.
The highest temperature on Thursday was recorded at 34.3 degrees Celsius in Sayedpur, while today's minimum temperature was 23.5 degrees Celsius in Sylhet. In the last 24 hours, the highest rainfall of 83 millimeters was recorded in Cox's Bazar. The sun is set to set at 6.46 pm today and will rise at 5.25 am tomorrow in Dhaka.