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Dhaka in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Dhaka in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Dhaka, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Dhaka in March 2025

Great Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
March is an ideal time to visit Dhaka if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +32°C and about 16 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 42 mm of precipitation over an average of 5 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • March is usually the driest month of the year in Dhaka

Average weather

☀️
+32°C
Avg. max. temperature
+12°C
Min.
+39°C
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dhaka has great weather in March.

Average temperature in Dhaka in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dhaka for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +34°C during the day to a minimum of +18°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +31°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +30°C.

Is Dhaka warm or cold in March?

Dhaka is typically hot in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°C to +32°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +16°C to +20°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Dhaka:

Climate in Dhaka in March

Dhaka weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+28°C+32°C+33°C
Min. temperature
+8°C+12°C+17°C
Max. temperature
+35°C+39°C+41°C
Rainfall
16 mm42 mm112 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
66%64%71%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1009 HPa1006 HPa
Sunny days
19166
Cloudy days
578
Rainy days
359
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as great as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +28°C to +32°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 16 mm to 42 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 66% to 64%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 19 sunny days in February to 16 in March.

Next month (April) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Dhaka in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Dhaka is gradually decreasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Dhaka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 65 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dhaka wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 68% chance of precipitation and 263 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Dhaka?

This is the weather in Dhaka in March 2023:
1 March
☀️
+32°C
2 March
☀️
+32°C
3 March
☀️
+33°C
4 March
☀️
+33°C
5 March
☀️
+33°C
6 March
☀️
+33°C
7 March
☁️
+33°C
8 March
☁️
+32°C
9 March
☁️
+32°C
10 March
☁️
+31°C
11 March
☀️
+32°C
12 March
☀️
+34°C
13 March
☀️
+34°C
14 March
☁️
+33°C
15 March
🌫️
+30°C
16 March
☁️
+30°C
17 March
☁️
+28°C
18 March
🌫️
+30°C
19 March
🌧️
+26°C
20 March
🌧️
+28°C
21 March
🌧️
+28°C
22 March
🌫️
+29°C
23 March
☀️
+30°C
24 March
🌫️
+32°C
25 March
🌫️
+32°C
26 March
🌫️
+34°C
27 March
🌫️
+32°C
28 March
🌫️
+33°C
29 March
🌫️
+30°C
30 March
🌫️
+33°C
31 March
🌫️
+30°C
In March 2023 Dhaka had 10 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 30%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Dhaka climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Dhaka in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+29°C) and the highest in 2023 (+31°C). The driest year was 2014 with only 316 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1993 with 2559 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dhaka in March:

Is March a good time to visit Dhaka?

Yes, March is a great time to go to Dhaka, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Dhaka.

Can you sunbathe in Dhaka in March?

Absolutely, March is hot in Dhaka. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Dhaka rainy in March?

Dhaka is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Dhaka in March?

The amount of sunny days in Dhaka during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Monthly weather in Dhaka

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dhaka, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.