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.
Medhakachhapia National Park at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 14° - 26° | 20° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 70% | 1.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 10.9h |
| February | Ideal | 16° - 28° | 22° | 16 mm | mostly sunny | 69% | 1.2 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.3h |
| March | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 26° | 25 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 1.7 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 113 mm | some cloud | 78% | 2.2 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.5h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 32° | 34° | 278 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.4 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 25° - 31° | 32° | 826 mm | overcast | 87% | 2.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.3h |
| July | Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 1011 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.2h |
| August | Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 756 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 360 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Good | 24° - 31° | 30° | 218 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 1.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
| November | Excellent | 20° - 29° | 24° | 101 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 0.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.0h |
| December | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 18 mm | mostly sunny | 73% | 1.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.7h |