Monthly climate guide
Dhaka weather in January
January in Dhaka is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 25°C (76°F) and night-time lows near 12°C (54°F). The month usually brings about 10 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as December and 4°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Rain is well below Dhaka's usual level (around 95% less).
- January brings mid-winter to Dhaka.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 13°C, so pack a layer.
January is typically Dhaka's coolest month.It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
25°C
76°F
Avg low
12°C
54°F
Rainfall
10 mm
very dry
Humidity
66%
relative
Sky
29%
cloud · mostly sunny
Dhaka weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 76°F | 12°C / 54°F | 10 mm | 66% | 29% |
| February | 29°C / 84°F | 16°C / 60°F | 23 mm | 56% | 29% |
| March | 34°C / 92°F | 20°C / 69°F | 55 mm | 56% | 42% |
| April | 35°C / 95°F | 24°C / 76°F | 197 mm | 68% | 62% |
| May | 33°C / 92°F | 26°C / 79°F | 362 mm | 79% | 76% |
| June | 32°C / 89°F | 27°C / 80°F | 398 mm | 88% | 89% |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 80°F | 511 mm | 90% | 95% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 79°F | 448 mm | 90% | 93% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 26°C / 78°F | 294 mm | 89% | 87% |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 24°C / 74°F | 184 mm | 84% | 56% |
| November | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 65°F | 48 mm | 77% | 23% |
| December | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 21 mm | 75% | 33% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Dhaka?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Dhaka →Other Bangladesh cities in January
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Dhaka in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Dhaka?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Dhaka, with highs around 25°C and about 10 mm of rain.
How warm is Dhaka in January?
Average highs are about 25°C (76°F) and average lows about 12°C (54°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Dhaka in January?
Dhaka typically gets around 10 mm of rain in January — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Dhaka (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.