Bhairab sits in Bangladesh’s Ganges-Brahmaputra delta, one of the most flood-prone regions on Earth, where the summer monsoon from June through October combines with the rivers’ own seasonal rise to produce widespread flooding most years.
At a key railway and river crossing on the Meghna River, the town’s flood risk is directly tied to the river’s monsoon-driven rise. Because the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers all drain vast catchments across the Himalayas and northern India before reaching Bangladesh, a wet monsoon far upstream can raise water levels here even without heavy local rain, and Bangladesh’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre uses radar alongside river gauges to track both direct rainfall and the rivers’ slower, larger rises. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Bhairab right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Bhairab, Dhaka Division in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Bhairab, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Bhairab 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 Bhairab?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Dhaka Division are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Bhairab or pass by.
Is this Bhairab 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.