DHAKA, Jan. 13 -- A mild cold wave is sweeping over parts of the country, and it may continue, Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said today.

According to the regular weather bulletin, "Mild cold wave is sweeping over Rangpur division and the districts of Rajshahi, Pabna, Naogaon, Chuadanga and Kushtia, and it may continue."

Temperature between 8 to 10 degrees Celsius is considered a mild cold wave, 6 to 8 degrees Celsius a moderate cold wave, and less than 6 degrees Celsius a severe cold wave.

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