Climate Overview
The climate in Barishal is cold. The average annual temperature is -9°C and approximately 778mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 108mm of rainfall. Barishal is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are December, January, February, when temperatures can drop to -28°C. Barishal experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Barishal has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 9°C. December brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -28°C and an average temperature of -23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 14°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Barishal is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 778mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 65mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 108mm of rainfall. March and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 29mm. That's 78mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Barishal receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 415cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 65cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Barishal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Barishal, which began on March 20, 2026. Barishal is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near -28°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -20 to 0°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 208mm for the season, averaging 69mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -7 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 247mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -24 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 167mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Expect around 98cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -28 to -14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 156mm for the season, averaging 52mm per month. Expect around 119cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barishal based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.