National Stadium, Dhaka Stadium
Bangladesh's principal cricket and football stadium
Bangabandhu National Stadium in Dhaka serves as the city's main venue for football, athletics and national events. Tourists attend matches, concerts and occasional public ceremonies to experience Bangladeshi sport and civic life.
National Stadium, Dhaka at a Glance#
Address: Moulana Bhasani Road area, Dhaka, Bangladesh
About National Stadium, Dhaka#
The National Stadium, Dhaka (commonly referred to as Bangabandhu National Stadium) is a major multi-purpose stadium in Dhaka used for football, athletics and national events. It is one of the largest and most important sports venues in Bangladesh.
The stadium hosts domestic league matches, national team fixtures and athletics meetings, and it has been redeveloped and modernised at various times to maintain its role as a primary sports facility. It is commonly used for large public gatherings and ceremonial events in the capital.
The stadium is located in central Dhaka and is accessible from major parts of the city.
- Usage and capacity: Used for national football and athletics events and large domestic fixtures; typical capacity figures are in the mid tens of thousands.
How to Get to National Stadium, Dhaka#
The stadium lies in central Dhaka and is reachable by local transport, rickshaw, or taxi; allow extra time for traffic, especially on match days.
Tips for Visiting National Stadium, Dhaka#
- If visiting for a match, buy tickets through official vendors or club outlets; counterfeits are less common but possible.
- Combine a stadium visit with a tour of nearby Dhaka landmarks-traffic can be heavy so plan transit time carefully.
- Check for dress and bag restrictions on event days; security at national stadiums is strict.
Best Time to Visit National Stadium, Dhaka#
Visit in the dry season for the most comfortable conditions when attending outdoor events.
Weather & Climate near National Stadium, Dhaka#
National Stadium, Dhaka's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 34°C. Heavy rainfall (2167 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Ideal | 13° - 26° | 19° | 6 mm | mostly sunny | 66% | 0.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| February | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 22 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 0.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| March | Excellent | 20° - 33° | 26° | 60 mm | some cloud | 54% | 1.4 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 23° - 34° | 31° | 151 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 25° - 33° | 33° | 320 mm | overcast | 76% | 1.8 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 36° | 354 mm | overcast | 87% | 1.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.4h |
| July | Acceptable | 26° - 31° | 36° | 415 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.3h |
| August | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 37° | 331 mm | overcast | 90% | 1.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.8h |
| September | Acceptable | 26° - 32° | 36° | 293 mm | overcast | 89% | 1.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 0.7 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
| November | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 32 mm | mostly sunny | 79% | 0.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 10.9h |
| December | Ideal | 14° - 27° | 20° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 75% | 0.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.6h |
