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Sylhet

Sylhet, the fourth-largest city in Bangladesh, lies in the country's northeast amid hills along the Surma River. It thrives as a hub of regional transport and commerce.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Sylhet
Gateway airport
Osmani International Airport (ZYL)
Best season
Nov–Mar
Time zone
Asia/Dhaka
Sights covered
5 places

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

17° Jan
20° Feb
23° Mar
26° Apr
27° May
27° Jun
28° Jul
28° Aug
28° Sep
27° Oct
23° Nov
19° Dec

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Getting around the city

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