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Barishal weather & best time to visit

City break

Barishal at a glance

Best time
Nov – Feb
Warmest month
Apr · 35°
Warmest sea
May · 29.6°
Sunshine a year
2,180 h
Rain a year
1,900 mm
Climate
Tropical
Time zone
UTC+6
Elevation
10 m

Climate in Barishal

Barishal has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while January is the coolest at 26 °C. With around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year, Barishal is moderately sunny; February is the sunniest month with 7.8 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Barishal

The best time to visit Barishal is from November to February. In November, though, the cyclone season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from February to April and from November to December. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from December to January. From March to May it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from May to September; the wettest month is July with 359 mm.

Barishal through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Barishal in the dry season

Oct – Apr

69

Good

  • 26–35 °C by day
  • Sea 26 °C
  • 7.1 h of sun a day
  • 36 rainy days in all

Barishal in the rainy season

May – Sep

22

Poor

  • 32–34 °C by day
  • Sea 29 °C
  • 4.4 h of sun a day
  • 127 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

Feb – Apr, Nov – Dec

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Dec – Jan

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Peak heat

Mar – May

Highs of 33 °C or more

Rainy months

May – Sep

Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Barishal for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: December – January

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

41

Holiday weather in October

Fair

Best time to visit: November – February

October is in the cyclone season Hurricane season

Keep in mindStorm season

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 27°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 31°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 27°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 26°

05:5417:34

Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 05:40–06:24 · evening 17:04–17:48
Blue hour
Morning 05:32–05:40 · evening 17:48–17:57

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in Barishal compared with home

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 31° at the start of the month to 30° at the end. The sea cools from 29° to 28°. The days get 0.6 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high31°30°
Night-time low24°22°
Sea29°28°
Daylight12.0 h11.4 h

What is the weather like in Barishal in October?

In October, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 157 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Barishal.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 40 min05:54 – 17:34
UV index
8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
51 %on averageAll months
Hot days
25 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+6offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 50 %49 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %42 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 30 %29 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes
  • Water bottle – drink plenty
  • Insect repellent
  • Rain jacket or umbrella

Compare two months in Barishal

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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January has the better holiday weather in Barishal: score 95 against 41. In January, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 8 °C cooler in January. January has 13 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.

October vs January, Barishal
MonthOctoberJanuary
Holiday weather score4195better
Daytime high31°26°
Night-time low24°14°
Sea29.2°20.9°
Sunshine5.5 h7.6 hbetter
Rainy days141better
Rainfall157 mm7 mmbetter
Muggy days311better

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Barishal month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

95January26° · Sea 21° · 7.6 h

In January, Barishal is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in January
84February29° · Sea 23° · 7.8 h

In February, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in February
55March33° · Sea 27° · 7.8 h

In March, Barishal is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 36 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in March
31April35° · Sea 29° · 6.8 h

In April, Barishal is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 106 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in April
17May34° · Sea 30° · 5.9 h

In May, Barishal is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 226 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in May
21June32° · Sea 29° · 4.2 h

In June, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 25 days, totalling 348 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in June
24July32° · Sea 29° · 3.8 h

In July, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 359 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in July
24August32° · Sea 29° · 3.8 h

In August, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 335 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in August
25September32° · Sea 29° · 4.3 h

In September, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 263 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in September
41October31° · Sea 29° · 5.5 h

In October, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 157 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in October
82November29° · Sea 27° · 7.1 h

In November, Barishal is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 26.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 39 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in November
93December26° · Sea 23° · 7.0 h

In December, Barishal is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Barishal.

Barishal in December

Climate in detail

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Barishal

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Cool 8–15°
  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in January (14°), the warmest in June (26°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in February and in December. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 264 days a year, mostly from March to November.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 31°Night 24°Sea 29°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan9526°14°20.9°7.6 h17
FebruaryFeb8429°17°22.8°7.8 h214
MarchMar5533°22°26.6°7.8 h536
AprilApr3135°25°28.8°6.8 h10106
MayMay1734°26°29.6°5.9 h17226
JuneJun2132°26°29.3°4.2 h25348
JulyJul2432°26°29.0°3.8 h30359
AugustAug2432°25°28.9°3.8 h29335
SeptemberSep2532°25°29.3°4.3 h26263
OctoberOct4131°24°29.2°5.5 h14157
NovemberNov8229°20°26.8°7.1 h239
DecemberDec9326°16°23.3°7.0 h111

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

22.70° N, 90.37° E · 10 m · Asia/Dhaka

Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Barishal

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October29.2°Cvery warm

8 in 10 years: 28.8 – 29.9 °C

Swimming season: all year

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 29.2°8 in 10 years 28.8° – 29.9°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Barishal ranges from 20.9 °C in January to 29.6 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 28.6 and 30.3 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan20.9°19.9°21.9°refreshing
FebruaryFeb22.8°21.6°23.9°refreshing
MarchMar26.6°25.9°27.3°warm
AprilApr28.8°27.6°29.7°warm
MayMay29.6°28.6°30.3°very warm
JuneJun29.3°28.3°29.9°very warm
JulyJul29.0°28.1°29.6°very warm
AugustAug28.9°27.8°29.5°warm
SeptemberSep29.3°28.6°30.1°very warm
OctoberOct29.2°28.8°29.9°very warm
NovemberNov26.8°26.2°27.5°warm
DecemberDec23.3°22.5°24.2°pleasant
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Barishal

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
2,180 hours
Sunniest month
Feb · 7.8 h a day
Least sunshine
Jul · 3.8 h a day
OctoberSunshine 5.5 hDaylight 11.7 hShare of daylight 47 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 5.5 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Barishal, 47 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain

Rain in Barishal: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
1,900 mm on 163 days
Wettest month
Jul · 359 mm
Driest month
Jan · 7 mm
OctoberRainy days 14Rainfall 157 mm

In October, Barishal has about 14 rainy days with 157 mm of rain in total.

Sun protection

UV index in Barishal

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 15 min
Fair skin
about 20 min
Light brown skin
about 30 min
Olive skin
about 35 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Barishal

How breezy and how cloudy Barishal is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
13 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Jul · 17 km/h
Calmest month
Nov · 9 km/h
OctoberWind 10 km/hBeaufort 2
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Barishal typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
52 % · variable cloud
Clearest month
Jan · 20 %
Cloudiest month
Jul · 94 %
OctoberCloud cover 51 %Sunshine 5.5 h

In October, cloud covers on average 51 % of the sky over Barishal: variable cloud, with about 5.5 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Barishal

How often the day gets hot in Barishal (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
237 days
Hottest month
Apr · 35 °C
Hot months
Mar – Oct

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 25Daytime high 31 °C

In October, Barishal has about 25 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to Barishal

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Barishal in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

Barishal has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 94) and its weakest during May half-term (score 18).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    38

    Poor

    • 34 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 7.1 h of sun a day
    • 9 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

    Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    18

    Poor

    • 34 °C by day
    • Sea 30 °C
    • 5.6 h of sun a day
    • 19 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    24

    Poor

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 3.8 h of sun a day
    • 29 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Frequent rain

  • October half-term

    Oct

    41

    Fair

    • 31 °C by day
    • Sea 29 °C
    • 5.5 h of sun a day
    • 14 rainy days a month

    Keep in mind: Storm season

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    94

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 26 °C by day
    • Sea 22 °C
    • 7.3 h of sun a day
    • 1 rainy day a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

    Keep in mind: Storm season

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 10 h 15 min
Distance
8,110 km
Time zone
UTC+6
Jet lag
About 5 days (5 h east)

Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

Storm season

Barishal lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.

  1. January
  2. February
  3. March
  4. April: Season
  5. May: Peak
  6. June: Season
  7. July
  8. August
  9. September
  10. October: Season
  11. November: Peak
  12. December: Season

Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.

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Barishal vs Khulna

In October the holiday weather in Barishal and Khulna is about equally good (score 41 vs 38). During the day Khulna is 1 °C warmer than Barishal.

Barishal vs Khulna, in October
in OctoberBarishalKhulna
Holiday weather score4138
Daytime high31°32°
Sea29°no sea nearby
Sunshine6 h6 h
Rainy days1414
Best timeNov – FebDec – Feb

Through the year

OctoberBarishal 31°Khulna 32°
BarishalKhulna
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Bangladesh in October: the best places

In October, Barishal ranks 2 of 9 destinations in this country.

  1. Mymensingh31°42
  2. 2BarishalThis page31°29°41
  3. 3Cox's Bazar30°30°41
  4. 4Chattogram31°29°40
  5. 5Rajshahi33°40
  6. 6Khulna32°38
  7. 7Dhaka32°38
  8. 8Sonargaon32°37
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Frequently asked questions about Barishal

When is the best time to visit Barishal?

The best time to visit Barishal is from November to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Barishal?

The sea temperature in Barishal ranges from 20.9 °C in January to 29.6 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.

Can you swim in Barishal in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath.

What is the warmest month in Barishal?

April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 26 °C.

When does it rain most in Barishal?

The rainy season is from May to September; the wettest month is July with 359 mm. The driest month is January with 7 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Barishal get?

Barishal gets around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 7.8 hours a day; in July there are 3.8 hours a day.

What time zone is Barishal in?

Barishal is on UTC+6 all year.

How long is the flight from London to Barishal?

A nonstop flight from London to Barishal takes about 10 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,110 km.

When is cyclone season in Barishal?

Barishal lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.

Which school holidays are best for Barishal?

Barishal has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 94) and its weakest during May half-term (score 18). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 38, May half-term 18, summer holidays 24, October half-term 41, Christmas holidays 94.