Bangladesh Meteorology Department (BMD) predicted rain or thundershowers in different areas in the country in the next 24 hours commencing 9 am today (May 5).

According to the Met office bulletin, rain or thunder accompanied by temporary gusty/squally wind is likely to occur at one or two places over Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram & Sylhet divisions with hails at isolated places. 

"A low pressure area is likely to form over Southeast Bay and adjoining areas," it also said.

Day temperature may rise by (1-2)oC and night temperature may rise slightly over the country.

Country's maximum temperature on Thursday was recorded 35.4 degrees Celsius at Bandarban while today's minimum temperature 19.4 degrees Celsius was recorded at Tetulia.

The sun sets at 6:29pm today and rises at 5:21 am tomorrow in the capital.

BDST: 1436 HRS, MAY 05, 2023
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