*Dhaka Sees Partly Cloudy Sky Today, Rain Likely in Afternoon*

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Dhaka, 9 November

The sky over the capital Dhaka has remained partly cloudy since this morning on Monday. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has said that the weather will remain mostly dry during most of the day, but there is a chance of scattered rain or thundershowers in some areas of Dhaka in the afternoon. People who went out in the morning for office, school and college saw clouds in the sky, but there was no sign of rain in the morning.

At 6 am, the temperature in Dhaka was recorded at 25.3 degrees Celsius. At that time, the humidity in the air was 85 percent. The maximum temperature today may remain around 32 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature at night may drop to 23 degrees Celsius. No significant rainfall was recorded in Dhaka in the last 24 hours. Yesterday, the daytime temperature in Dhaka was almost the same.

The Meteorological Department forecast said that wind may blow from the north and northwest at a speed of 6 to 12 kilometres per hour in Dhaka and surrounding areas. Although there was light fog in the morning, it will clear as the day progresses. However, between 12 pm and 2 pm, clouds may gather in the sky and sudden rain may fall. People going outside have been advised to carry an umbrella. Motorcycle riders have been asked to be especially careful.

Meanwhile, the air quality in Dhaka remains unhealthy today. In the morning, the Air Quality Index was 154, which is considered unhealthy. Doctors have advised children, elderly people and asthma patients to wear a mask when going outside. They have also advised not to exercise outside in the morning and evening, as dust and smoke are high at those times.

Tomorrow, Tuesday, the weather in Dhaka may be even better. The sky will remain mostly clear that day and the chance of rain is low. The maximum temperature may be 30 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological Office said that the feeling of winter will slowly increase. However, it will still feel hot during the day. At night, there may be a slight cold.

City dwellers have been advised not to stay in the harsh afternoon sun for a long time unless necessary. Meteorologists have advised drinking enough water, wearing light clothes, and taking special care of children and elderly people. Stay with us to know any change in the weather.