Chittagong 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.
Bangladesh’s main port city sits on the Bay of Bengal, directly exposed to the cyclones that regularly strike this stretch of coast. 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 Chittagong right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Chittagong, Chittagong Division in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Chittagong, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Chittagong 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 Chittagong?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Chittagong Division are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Chittagong or pass by.
Is this Chittagong 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.