Pack light cotton clothes for most of the year, and a light layer for December and January, when nights fall to about 13–15°C. The monsoon runs June to September, with rain on 17–21 days a month.
Dhaka is warm most of the year, so pack light cotton clothes, a travel sunscreen and insect repellent. December and January nights cool to about 13–15°C, so a light layer helps. From June to September, the monsoon brings rain most days and a compact umbrella becomes essential.
For mosques, a scarf covers your head and shoulders. An insulated bottle helps in the heat. And since most trips from Canada are family visits, a luggage scale keeps the gift-heavy bags under 23 kg. Bangladesh mixes plug types, so bring a plug adapter that fits more than one.
November to February is the driest and most comfortable time, and the busiest for family visits from Canada. Bangladesh uses Type C, D and G plugs at 220–230 V: bring an adapter that fits more than one type.
WeatherHighs from 25°C (Jan) to 34°C (Apr); rainiest May to October
PlugType C, D, G (also A), 220–230 V
EntryCanadians need a visa for Bangladesh. Check the Bangladesh High Commission's current rules before booking.
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Month
High
Low
Rain days
Weather
January
25°C
13°C
1
Warm, mostly dry
February
28°C
17°C
2
Warm, mostly dry
March
32°C
21°C
4
Hot, mostly dry
April
34°C
24°C
8
Hot, showers
May
34°C
25°C
14
Hot, rainy
June
33°C
26°C
17
Hot, rainy
July
32°C
26°C
21
Hot, rainy
August
32°C
26°C
21
Hot, rainy
September
32°C
26°C
17
Hot, rainy
October
32°C
24°C
10
Hot, rainy
November
30°C
20°C
2
Warm, mostly dry
December
26°C
15°C
1
Warm, mostly dry
Monthly averages for Dhaka, from the city's climate table.
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Warm, mostly dry: highs around 25°C, lows around 13°C, and rain on about 1 day. Pack light clothes and a thin layer for air conditioning and a light layer for cooler evenings.
What should I wear in Dhaka in April?
Hot, showers: highs around 34°C, lows around 24°C, and rain on about 8 days. Pack light, breathable clothes (cotton or linen), sun hat and SPF 30+ sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.
Do I need a plug adapter for Dhaka?
Yes. Bangladesh uses Type C, D, G (also A) plugs at 220–230 V. Pack a Type D adapter as well as a universal one: most universal adapters don't fit round-pin Type D sockets.
When is the rainy season in Dhaka?
Rain is most frequent from May to October, with rain on 10–21 days a month on average, and the heaviest rain in July.
Do Canadians need a visa for Bangladesh?
Canadians need a visa for Bangladesh. Check the Bangladesh High Commission's current rules before booking.
