Bangladesh is experiencing a disrupted monsoon season due to the combined effects of climate change and active El Niño conditions in the Pacific Ocean. According to the World Meteorological Organization and regional forums, rainfall this season is expected to be below normal while temperatures rise. June recorded 47 percent less rainfall than average, marking the driest June in a decade. Meteorologists report that although the southwest monsoon arrived on time, it has not become fully active across the country.

Experts warn that reduced rainfall and heatwaves are already affecting agriculture, particularly Aman rice cultivation, and could impact the national economy and public health. The South Asian Climate Forum forecasts declining groundwater levels and water shortages, threatening irrigation, power generation, and daily water supply. Health professionals caution about increased risks of heatstroke and waterborne diseases.

Climate scientists urge immediate adaptation measures, including drought-resistant crops, water conservation, and heat safety practices. Environmentalists call for coordinated national planning, while experts highlight declining climate-related health funding despite growing risks. They recommend integrating health adaptation priorities into the national budget and expanding access to domestic climate funds.