The bad news about the heat given by the Meteorological Department.

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News Desk: Eighteen days of Asharh have already passed, yet the much-anticipated rain is still absent. Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecasted three to a maximum of five more heatwaves in the current month. Not only that, several low-pressure systems may form over the Bay of Bengal, some of which could intensify into depressions. As a result, heavy to very heavy rainfall may occur in coastal regions.

These details were shared in the long-term forecast signed by MD. Mominul Islam, Acting Director of the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, on Wednesday (July 2).

According to the forecast, during this July, three to a maximum of five mild (36 to 37.9°C) to moderate (38 to 39.9°C) heatwaves may sweep across the country.

Additionally, 4 to 6 low-pressure systems may form over the Bay of Bengal this month, of which 1 to 3 may intensify into depressions. However, there is no risk of flooding.

The forecast also states that both daytime and nighttime temperatures may remain above normal this month. Thunderstorms with rain may occur on 10 to 12 days.