The bad news about the heat from the Meteorological Office

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News Desk: 18 days of Ashadh are passing. The desired rain has not yet been seen. Meanwhile, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department has predicted three to five more heat waves this month. Not only that, several low-pressure areas may form in the Bay of Bengal, some of which may turn into low-pressure areas. As a result, heavy to very heavy rainfall may be seen in the coastal areas.

This information was given in the long-term forecast signed by the acting director of the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, Md. Mominul Islam, on Wednesday (July 2).

According to the forecast, three to five mild (36 to 37.9 degrees Celsius) to moderate (38 to 39.9 degrees Celsius) heat waves may blow over the country in the current month of July.

Apart from this, four to six low-pressure areas may form in the Bay of Bengal this month, one to three of which may turn into low-pressure areas. However, there is no danger of flooding.

The forecast also states that day and night temperatures may be higher than normal this month. Thunderstorms may occur for 10 to 12 days.