Dhaka, Oct. 11 -- Unseasonal rains have continued across Bangladesh over the past several days, disrupting normal life and prompting questions about the unusual weather pattern.

"The rains are continuing because the monsoon axis is passing over Bangladesh this time, The rainfall could continue until mid-October," Meteorologist Mohammad Shahidul Islam told UNB.

He said monsoon typically enters Bangladesh in June and withdraws by mid-October. "This year, its axis is still passing over the country, causing continued showers."

He added that once the monsoon withdraws weather conditions generally turn dry.

Regarding how this year's rainfall compares to previous years, Islam said, "On average, there is no significant difference from last ye...