Dhaka, March 27 -- The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecasted that temperatures in April may exceed 41degC, accompanied by the possibility of severe thunderstorms.

According to Md. Mominul Islam, Acting Director of the Meteorological Department, rainfall is expected to be below average next month. Additionally, one or two low-pressure systems may form in the Bay of Bengal, with at least one potentially developing into a cyclone.

The weather forecast also indicates that Bangladesh may experience 5-7 days of light to moderate thunderstorms, including hailstorms, and 1-3 days of severe Kalbaishakhi (nor'wester) storms.

April is likely to witness 2-4 mild (36-37.9degC) to moderate (38-39.9degC) heatwaves and 1-2 intense ...