Significant rainfall has been recorded in Cox’s Bazar over the past 24 hours, bringing down temperatures and offering relief from recent heat.
According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, a total of 43 millimetres of rainfall was recorded in the district in the 24 hours until 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29.
Earlier, rainfall stood at 31 millimetres in the previous 24-hour period until 6:00pm on Tuesday (April 28), while only 2 millimetres had been recorded until 3:00pm the same day.
Assistant meteorologist Abdul Hannan said the increase in rainfall is due to variations in air pressure over the region.
He added that heavy rainfall may continue in Cox’s Bazar over the next three days. In this context, ports at Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to display local warning signal No. 3.
Meanwhile, temperatures have dropped significantly due to the rainfall. The minimum temperature on Wednesday was recorded at 21.5°C, compared with 34°C on Monday (April 27).
Weather officials said the continued rainfall could further stabilise temperatures, although caution remains in place due to ongoing adverse conditions.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
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