Cold wave eases, now limited to 3 districts
This marks a reduction in the number of districts under cold wave conditions compared to yesterday.
A mild cold wave affecting the country has further eased today (13 January) and is now sweeping over only three districts, down from wider coverage yesterday, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD).
Meanwhile, the weather remains dry with foggy conditions in parts of the country.
The BMD said the mild cold wave is currently affecting Panchagarh, Kurigram and Nilphamari districts and that it may continue.
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This marks a reduction in the number of districts under cold wave conditions compared to yesterday, indicating a gradual easing of the cold spell.
The weather may remain dry with temporarily partly cloudy skies over the country, the BMD added.
Light to moderate fog may occur in a few places during late night to morning, which could cause temporary disruptions to road communication in affected areas.
Night temperatures may fall slightly, while day temperatures are likely to remain nearly unchanged across the country.
The lowest temperature was recorded today at 7.5 degrees Celsius in Tetulia, Panchagarh, while the maximum temperature yesterday was 29 degrees Celsius in Sylhet.
According to BMD data, the figures highlight a pronounced regional contrast in Bangladesh's current winter weather rather than an overall intensification of cold.
The lowest temperature of 7.5 degrees Celsius in Tetulia in Panchagarh confirmed that the northern fringe of the country remains the cold core, influenced by cold air inflow from the Himalayan foothills.
In contrast, the maximum temperature of 29 degrees Celsius in Sylhet yesterday reflects a warmer daytime environment in the north-eastern region. This suggests clearer skies and stronger solar heating during the day, even as nights remain cool.
Sylhet's emergence as the warmest spot, instead of Teknaf, signals a short-term shift in the temperature pattern rather than a structural change.
For several days earlier, Teknaf had been recording the country's highest temperatures, which is typical for the southern coastal belt. The coastal south generally remains warmer in winter due to the moderating influence of the Bay of Bengal, higher humidity and persistent sea breezes.
In Dhaka, winds were blowing from the north to north-west at a speed of 5 to 10 kilometres per hour. Relative humidity in the capital stood at 80% at 6am.
Sunset in Dhaka will be at 5:31pm today, while sunrise tomorrow is expected at 6:44am.
