Bhola sits on or near Bangladesh’s low-lying coast along the Bay of Bengal, one of the most cyclone-exposed coastlines in the world, with the cyclone season peaking before and after the summer monsoon in April-May and October-November.
On Bangladesh’s largest island in the Meghna estuary, the city gave its name to the catastrophic 1970 Bhola cyclone, one of the deadliest storms in recorded history. Cyclone Bhola in 1970, one of the deadliest tropical cyclones ever recorded, and more recent storms like Cyclone Sidr in 2007 and Cyclone Amphan in 2020 have repeatedly shown how a direct hit combined with storm surge can devastate this flat, densely populated coast, making radar tracking of an approaching cyclone’s exact path essential. Learn more: Hurricane Season Radar Guide · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Bhola right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Bhola, Barisal Division in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Bhola, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Bhola rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Bhola?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Barisal Division are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Bhola or pass by.
Is this Bhola rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.