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Dhaka in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Dhaka in August will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Dhaka, based on historical data.
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August

Weather in Dhaka in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Dhaka in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +90°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 210 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the wettest month of the year in Dhaka;

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+97°F
Max.
210 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dhaka has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Dhaka in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dhaka for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +95°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +90°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +93°F.

Is Dhaka warm or cold in August?

Dhaka is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +79°F to +79°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how August is compared to other months in Dhaka:

Climate in Dhaka in August

Dhaka weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+90°F+90°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+73°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+97°F+99°F
Rainfall
263 mm210 mm189 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
82%82%81%
Air pressure
1000 HPa1001 HPa1004 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
334
Rainy days
212017
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +88°F to +90°F during the day. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 263 mm to 210 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 82%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Dhaka in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Dhaka is gradually decreasing during August, going from 5 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Dhaka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 194 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 75 mm, which is considered heavy rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dhaka wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 68% chance of precipitation and 263 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Dhaka?

This is the weather in Dhaka in August 2023:
1 August
🌫️
+95°F
2 August
🌫️
+87°F
3 August
🌫️
+88°F
4 August
🌫️
+89°F
5 August
🌫️
+89°F
6 August
🌫️
+85°F
7 August
🌧️
+85°F
8 August
🌫️
+85°F
9 August
🌫️
+91°F
10 August
🌫️
+90°F
11 August
🌫️
+90°F
12 August
🌧️
+89°F
13 August
🌫️
+85°F
14 August
🌫️
+89°F
15 August
🌫️
+92°F
16 August
🌫️
+91°F
17 August
🌫️
+95°F
18 August
🌫️
+93°F
19 August
🌫️
+92°F
20 August
🌫️
+94°F
21 August
🌫️
+94°F
22 August
🌫️
+88°F
23 August
🌫️
+88°F
24 August
🌫️
+88°F
25 August
🌫️
+87°F
26 August
🌫️
+86°F
27 August
🌫️
+92°F
28 August
🌫️
+92°F
29 August
🌫️
+94°F
30 August
🌫️
+95°F
31 August
🌫️
+94°F
In August 2023 Dhaka had 0 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 57%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Dhaka climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Dhaka in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+85°F) and the highest in 2023 (+88°F). The driest year was 2014 with only 316 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1993 with 2559 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dhaka in August:

Is August a good time to visit Dhaka?

It’s always a good time to visit Dhaka, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Dhaka in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Dhaka. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Dhaka rainy in August?

Dhaka is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Dhaka in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dhaka in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Dhaka

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dhaka, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.