DHAKA, Apr 25, 2026 (BSS) - Mild heatwave is sweeping over different parts of the country, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD). 

A Met office bulletin said this morning, "Mild heatwave is sweeping over Khulna division and the districts of Dhaka, Madaripur, Gopalgonj, Rajshahi, Pabna, Sirajgonj, Patuakhali, Rangamati, Bandarban, Laxmipur & Feni, and it may continue at places." 

Besides, it forecasted that light to moderate rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty/squally wind and lightning flashes is likely to occur at a few places over Rangpur, Mymensingh & Sylhet divisions. 

It also said rain may occur at one or two places over Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions with moderate to heavy falls at places over Rangpur, Mymensingh & Sylhet divisions in next 24 hours commencing from 9 am. 

Day and night temperatures may remain nearly unchanged over the country, the bulletin said.

The highest temperature was recorded on Friday was 37.8 degrees Celsius in Rajshahi, and today's minimum temperature was 22.3 degrees Celsius in Tetulia under Rangpur division. 

The sun sets at 6:24 pm today and expected to rise at 5:28 am tomorrow in Dhaka.