A severe heatwave is sweeping over the districts of Rajshahi, Naogaon, Nilphamari and Dinajpur and it is likely to continue. Meanwhile, a mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping over Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna and Barisal divisions, the rest of Rangpur and Rajshahi divisions, and the districts of Moulvibazar, Chandpur and Noakhali, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department's Sunday morning bulletin. The prevailing heatwave in the country is likely to continue for the next 72 hours. The weather office recorded the highest rainfall of 60mm in Netrakona under the Mymensingh division in 24 hours till 6am on Sunday. The highest temperature was recorded at 41°C in Rajshahi, while the lowest temperature was recorded at 23.5°C in Mymensingh.

Source: Dhaka Tribune June 04, 2023 08:12 UTC