The highest temperature in the country records 42.4 degree Celsius in Jessore
Dhaka has experienced the highest temperature in last 54 years on Thursday as the mercury reached at 40.2 degree Celsius.
The highest temperature in the country was recorded as 42.4 degree Celsius in Jessore.
Earlier on April 30, 1960 the capital had experienced the highest temperature as 42.3 degree Celsius, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department.
It also said the extreme heat wave will be continued for next few days.
“We guess it will continue for next few days but not exceeds April 27,” said Shah Alam, director of the Met office.
The temperature may hit up to 43 degrees Celsius likely for the next few days due to the absence of rainfall during the period, he added.
Source: Dhaka Tribune
