Dhaka, April 29 -- Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally winds and lightning flashes are likely in many parts of the country in 24 hours from 9 am on Wednesday, said Bangladesh Meteorological Department.

Light to moderate rain or thundershowers, accompanied by temporary gusty or squally winds and lightning, are likely at many places over Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions, and at a few places over Rangpur and Rajshahi divisions, it said.

Moderately heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected at some places in Mymensingh, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions, the forecast added.

The Met Office also said day and night temperatures across the country may remain nearly...