The arrival of Cyclone Michaung has ushered in widespread rainfall across various regions of the country, according to reports from the Meteorological Office. Forecasts suggest that the precipitation is likely to intensify starting tonight, with a prospect of rain in different areas, including the capital, on Thursday. Subsequently, temperatures across the nation may witness a decline ranging from 1 to 3 degrees Celsius, and there is a potential surge in colder weather anticipated from December 10 onwards.
As per the 24-hour forecast presented by the Meteorological Office, the formidable Cyclone Michaung, situated in the western-central Bay of Bengal and its neighboring zones, has progressed northward. It traversed Andhra Pradesh in India via the Nilor and Masulipatnam regions on Tuesday. Presently, the cyclone has transitioned into a weakened low-pressure system situated in the northern regions of Andhra Pradesh and its nearby areas. There is an expected gradual further weakening as it continues its northward trajectory within the local region.
The weather forecast predicts light to moderate rainfall accompanied by gusty winds in divisions such as Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chittagong, Mymensingh, and Sylhet. Temporary storms are also anticipated in specific areas of the Rangpur division. Moreover, sporadic episodes of light to moderate rain or thunderstorms with substantial precipitation might occur in various parts of the country. The Meteorological Office has issued a cautionary advisory, emphasizing the potential for temporary flooding in specific areas.
Muhammad Abul Kalam Mallik, a meteorologist at the Meteorological Office, communicated this morning that rain is expected in various parts of the southern region, including Dhaka, starting tonight. From Thursday onwards, there is a likelihood of light to heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds, with Dhaka also poised to experience rain. However, the Rangpur division may experience comparatively less rainfall.
In response to the precipitation, temperatures across the country are anticipated to decrease by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius, as indicated by the Meteorological Office. Muhammad Abul Kalam Malik further mentioned that following two days of rain, a substantial influx of colder weather is projected to commence from either Sunday or Monday.