Bhawal National Park
National Park Protected forest reserve near Gazipur, biodiversity refuge
Bhawal National Park near Dhaka offers lowland forest, picnic spots and trails; people come for nature walks, local birdlife and informal outdoor recreation.
Bhawal National Park is a protected area in central Bangladesh within Dhaka Division established to conserve remnant sal-dominated forest and local wildlife. The park preserves one of the larger tracts of semi-natural forest remaining near the central plains.
Trails and roadside access reveal sal woodland, mixed scrub and small clearings; visitors encounter typical Bangladeshi forest fauna including deer, macaques and numerous bird species. The park functions as a local recreation area as well as a conservation site.
The area was set aside as protected forest and later officially designated a national park in the 1970s as part of efforts to conserve forest remnants near the capital. Management since designation has combined protection, reforestation and limited public access.
The park lies in Gazipur District north of Dhaka in central Bangladesh, within the greater Dhaka administrative division and accessible from the capital by road.
- Establishment: Declared a national park in 1974 and managed for forest conservation and wildlife protection.
- Habitat: The park is dominated by sal (Shorea) forest and scrub typical of the region, providing habitat for deer, monkeys and a variety of birds.
How to Get to Bhawal National Park #
Bhawal National Park is in Gazipur District north of Dhaka. It is reached by road from Dhaka by bus or private car; local buses and coach services to Gazipur and nearby towns serve the area, and from the nearest road or bus stop a short local taxi/autorickshaw ride or walk will bring you to the park entrances. Services and connections are concentrated from Dhaka and Gazipur.
Tips for Visiting Bhawal National Park #
- Plan visits in the dry, cooler months (roughly November-February) to avoid the heavy monsoon rains that can make forest tracks muddy and limit visibility on wildlife walks.
- Go on weekdays or early mornings to avoid heavy local picnic crowds-which concentrate at the main picnic areas on weekends-and ask at the park office about quieter trails or guided walks.
- Check with the park office about any permits, guided-tour options and current trail conditions before setting out; park staff can point you to sections where wildlife is most often seen.
Best Time to Visit Bhawal National Park #
Visit during the dry/cool season (November-February) for the most comfortable conditions and best access to park trails.
Weather & Climate near Bhawal National Park #
Bhawal National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2113 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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April
April is hot, feeling like 30°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (298 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (378 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (409 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (320 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (291 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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