Medhakachhapia National Park
National Park Bangladeshi national park in Chittagong, coastal forest reserve
In Chittagong Division, Medhakachhapia National Park preserves coastal forest and wildlife. Visitors come for forest trails, birdwatching and local scenery, accessed from nearby towns in southern Bangladesh.
How to Get to Medhakachhapia National Park #
The park is located in Chittagong Division. Visitors typically travel by road from nearby towns or regional centers; local transportation and directions are best obtained from regional authorities or local guides due to limited signage and infrastructure.
Tips for Visiting Medhakachhapia National Park #
- If possible, time a visit to see the centuries-old chaka trees - they are the conservation priority of the park.
- Coordinate with local forestry officials before visiting; some areas may be closed for protection or reforestation work.
- The park is valuable for having relatively few visitors; plan logistics carefully as services nearby are limited.
Best Time to Visit Medhakachhapia National Park #
Best in the cooler months for comfortable walking; monsoon season can make access difficult in low-lying areas.
Weather & Climate near Medhakachhapia National Park #
Medhakachhapia National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in May) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (3726 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 4 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (113 mm).
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (278 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (826 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (1011 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (756 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (360 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (218 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.