Manpura Island
Islands Sparsely populated Bangladeshi island in the Bay of Bengal
Island in the Meghna estuary of Bangladesh noted for fishing communities, riverine beaches and seasonal boat transport; visited by those studying coastal life and birdlife.
How to Get to Manpura Island #
Manpura is typically reached by boat from the mainland ports in Barisal Division, often from Bhola or from launch points near Barisal city. Travel times vary by type of boat and sea conditions. Verify schedules locally as services can be weather dependent.
Tips for Visiting Manpura Island #
- Check seasonal ferry schedules-access varies and can be limited outside the dry season.
- Bring sun protection and waterproof bags; the island is exposed and services are minimal.
- Engage local operators in advance for any inter‑island travel-boats sometimes run on informal schedules.
Best Time to Visit Manpura Island #
November-February is generally the best time to visit, avoiding the monsoon and peak cyclone season.
Weather & Climate near Manpura Island #
Tropical climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2966 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and mostly sunny skies.
Comfort
Weather
February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
Comfort
Weather
March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
Comfort
Weather
April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (274 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
June
June is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (603 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
July
July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (698 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
August
August is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (570 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
September
September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (357 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
Comfort
Weather
October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
Comfort
Weather
November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
Comfort
Weather
December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
.jpg?width=600)