The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast moderate to very heavy rainfall across the country for the next two days due to an active monsoon low over the land. The agency has instructed all maritime ports, including Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla, and Payra, to hoist local cautionary signal number three. Inland river ports have been asked to display signal number one as gusty winds are expected in coastal areas.

According to the latest weather bulletin, heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions, while other regions may experience light to moderate rain with thunderstorms. The rainfall may continue for 48 hours from Monday afternoon, leading to a slight drop in day and night temperatures. The Met Office also warned of possible waterlogging in Dhaka and Chattogram and landslide risks in hilly areas of Chattogram division.

The five-day extended forecast suggests that rainfall activity may further increase. Fishermen in the northern Bay of Bengal have been advised to remain in safe shelter until further notice.