The climate of Sherpur
Sherpur, located in
Bangladesh, is dominated by a Humid subtropical climate (known on the Köppen climate classification as Cwa) and experiences a dry winter. This region exhibits substantial seasonal variation in weather conditions. It endures a cooler period from
December to
February, followed by a more intense heat period from
March to
June, with
July through
November being characterized by a monsoon season.
Looking deeper into several meteorological parameters, a typical year in Sherpur is marked by overall average high temperatures varying from 25.9°C (78.6°F) to 35.8°C (96.4°F) and average low temperatures ranging from 14.5°C (58.1°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F). The hottest period occurs between March and June, while December and
January are noticeably cooler months. Alongside these shifts in temperature, there is a pronounced change in relative humidity levels throughout the year, from a drier 43% in March, to a peak of 84% in July, marking the arrival of the monsoon season.
Rainfall in Sherpur shows a distinctive pattern. Minimal precipitation falls from December to February, with an average of 4mm (0.16") to 18mm (0.71") seen in these months. There is a sharp increase in rainfall, from 95mm (3.74") in
April to the highest level of 320mm (12.6") in July, making it the wettest month. After this peak in rainfall, the numbers gradually decrease until they reach the driest months again. Sherpur averages between 1.8 to 26.3 rainfall days per month, corroborating the seasonal rainfall pattern.
Noticeable at times is the fluctuation of the visibility levels, from 10km (6.2mi) between January to March, decreasing to 8km (5mi) from July to
September. Wind speed can range between 5.8km/h (3.6mph) to 10.8km/h (6.7mph), with wind gusts occasionally reaching up to 16.9km/h (10.5mph).
The best time to visit Sherpur
Taking into account various weather conditions,
Sherpur welcomes visitors best in the period from
November to
February. These months commonly have somewhat cooler temperatures, between 15.5°C (59.9°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F), combined with significantly reduced rainfall, falling from 7mm (0.28") in November to 5mm (0.2") in
December. Sunshine duration remains relatively long during this period, from 7.4h in November to 7.5h in December, allowing visitors to enjoy outdoor activities comfortably.
The worst time to visit Sherpur
The least recommended time to visit
Sherpur would be from
June to
September. The weather during these months is typically challenging, with temperatures soaring up to 33.6°C (92.5°F), and the humidity level peaking at 84% in
July. Coupled with this, the region encounters heavy precipitation, reaching up to 320mm (12.6") in July, making outdoor activities impossible and leading to travel disruption.
Spring weather in Sherpur
Sherpur's spring season, from
March to
May, experiences a gradual rise in temperatures, ranging from 14.5°C (58.1°F) to 19.8°C (67.6°F) at the lower end and soaring up to 25.9°C (78.6°F) to 35.1°C (95.2°F) at the higher end. This period also sees quite a significant increase in precipitation, from 15mm (0.59") in March to an astonishing 189mm (7.44") in May. The number of rainfall days also increases at this time, from 2.3 days in March to 23.2 days in May.
Summer weather in Sherpur
The summer in
Sherpur, from
June to
August, is characterised by high temperatures and excessive rainfall. Average maximum temperatures typically hover between 32.3°C (90.1°F) to 33.6°C (92.5°F), with minimum temperatures remaining well above 25.9°C (78.6°F). The monsoon season firmly in place at this time contributes to the highest levels of rainfall from June to August, culminating in an average of 320mm (12.6") in
July.
Autumn weather in Sherpur
In the Autumn months from
September to
November, temperatures start to decrease in
Sherpur, averaging between 22.1°C (71.8°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F). Although the intensity of the monsoon rains wanes at this time, significant rainfall averaging between 160mm (6.3") to 72mm (2.83") continues into
October.
Winter weather in Sherpur
The winter months from
December to
February see the lowest temperatures in
Sherpur, with average minimums between 14.5°C (58.1°F) to 18.4°C (65.1°F), and average maximums from 25.9°C (78.6°F) to 26.5°C (79.7°F). This period is also the driest of the year, with a progressive decrease in rainfall from December to February. The number of hours of sunshine increases moderately, making these months ideal for outdoor activities.
Weather in January
Moving from
December to
January in
Sherpur,
Bangladesh, the dip in temperatures is palpable although generally mild. A drop in daylight hours to 10.8 hours signals the onset of winter, with reduced sunlight duration being a notable change.
Weather in January »Weather in February
An increase in average temperature kicks off the month of
February in
Sherpur. The transition from
January's coolness to the warmer climes in February becomes apparent. The weather is largely dry considering February has a mere rainfall of 15mm (0.59") spread across just 2.3 days.
Weather in February »Weather in March
As
March arrives, the subtle rise in temperature continues from
February, affirming the onset of spring. The landscape springs to life as the humidity levels, standing at 44%, provide vital moisture to flora. Increased daylight hours, amounting to 12 hours, contribute to longer, brighter days.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April marks the true arrival of the sweltering
Bangladesh summer in
Sherpur. Days become longer, reaching up to 12.8 daylight hours. The mercury flirts with higher numbers with temperature recording a significant leap from
March to a scorching range, extending from 23.3°C (73.9°F) to 35.8°C (96.4°F).
Weather in April » Weather in May
May perpetuates the hot summer weather prevailing in
Sherpur. The UV index lingers at 7, necessitating the use of sun protection during outdoor activities. The increased intensity of the sun leads to higher relative humidity, hitting a peak at 71%.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June brings the beginning of the monsoon season in
Sherpur. The continuation of high temperatures from
May pairs with an upturn in rainfall, reaching 296mm (11.65"). The increased rainfall leads to markedly higher levels of ambient humidity, now standing at 79%.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
The intensive nature of the monsoon season is at its peak in
July. An uptick in precipitation sees
Sherpur experiencing its maximum rainfall, with an overwhelming 320mm (12.6") registering over 26.3 days. With over half the sky covered in clouds, the sun becomes a rare sight.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August in
Sherpur signals the end of monsoons moving towards the next weather phase. The temperature remains steady with a range from 26.3°C (79.3°F) to 32.7°C (90.9°F), similar to
July's measurements. Rainfall begins to recede from the high of July, ushering in a gradual period of drying.
Weather in August » Weather in September
As
September rolls in,
Sherpur starts its transition to the more mild autumn climate. The end of monsoon physically manifests with a noticeable decrease in rainfall to 160mm (6.3") over 20.8 days. Amidst the lower rain frequency, humidity levels remain high at 81%.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October signifies the start of the autumn season in full swing in
Sherpur. Weather changes become profound, most notably with the significant decline in rainfall to just 72mm (2.83") over 10.9 days. Unsurprisingly, the decline in humidity pairs with a shift towards cooler temperature, ranging from 22.1°C (71.8°F) to 31.6°C (88.9°F).
Weather in October » Weather in November
The mild winter climate gradually stages a comeback in
November. Signifying a progression into winter, the temperature witnesses a noticeable drop from
October, with a range from 18.4°C (65.1°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F). The lower temperatures pair with a considerably lower rainfall of 7mm (0.28"), which fall across a mere 2.6 days.
Weather in November »Weather in December
A stark change in conditions defines
December as the onset of winter takes a stronghold in
Sherpur. The temperature further slides down from
November to lie between 15.5°C (59.9°F) to 26.5°C (79.7°F). Rainfall remains at a minimum, registering as low as 5mm (0.2") over 1.3 days.
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