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Sunāmganj, Bangladesh
Sylhet Division · Bangladesh
Sunāmganj is a mid-size city in Sylhet Division, Bangladesh with a population of 74,570. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
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About Sunāmganj
Sunamganj, is a town in the Sylhet Division of northeastern Bangladesh. It is the administrative headquarters and largest town of Sunamganj District. It is located on the banks of the Surma River, approximately 50 kilometres (31 mi) west-northwest of Sylhet, the divisional headquarters.
People
Climate
| Population | 74,570 |
| Population Density | 258 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.0689°, 91.4024° |
| Timezone | Asia/Dhaka |
| Country | 🇧🇩 Bangladesh |
| State / Province | Sylhet Division |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 126.8 inches (3,221 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sunāmganj
Sunāmganj is a mid-size city in Bangladesh (Sylhet Division) with a population of 74,570. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 126.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dhaka.
Climate in Sunāmganj
Sunāmganj has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 5188 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above Bangladesh avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 178 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 288.5 sq mi (747.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.0689°N, 91.4024°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Dhaka |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1897 | ASSAM | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1,542 | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 16.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 24.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 25.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 19.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 16.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Sunāmganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 126.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (25.9") and December the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Sunāmganj
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jawabazar Degree College | College | — | — |
| Joinal Abidin Collage | College | — | — |
| Sunamganj Technical School and College | College | — | — |
Museums in Sunāmganj
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hason Raja Museum | ||||
| Hason Raja Museum |
Farmers Markets in Sunāmganj
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chechan Bazar | |||||
| Dharon Bazar | |||||
| Jawa Bazar | |||||
| Jawa Bazar | |||||
| Liakatganj Bazar | |||||
| Lokkomsum Jame Mosjid Market | |||||
| Mallikpur Masjid Market | |||||
| Market Place (Iew) | |||||
| Niamatpur Bazar নিয়ামতপুর বাজার | |||||
| Nilpur Bazar | |||||
| Shantiganj Bazar | |||||
| Tuker Bazar |
Hotels in Sunāmganj
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sunāmganj
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sunāmganj
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sunāmganj
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sunāmganj
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sunāmganj
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sunāmganj
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Osmany International Airport | ZYL | Large Airport |
| Shillong Airport | SHL | Medium Airport |
| Shamshernagar Airport | ZHM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sunāmganj
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gowrarang Jame Masjid | |
| Jamtola Jame Mosque | |
| Mallikpur Jame Mosjid | |
| Mallikpur Upazilla Complex Masjid | |
| Police Lines Jame Masjid | |
| Tuker Bazar Jame Masjid | |
| নীলপুর বাজার জামে মসজিদ | |
| শ্রী শ্রী শসান কালি মন্দির |
Quick Facts
Around Sunāmganj
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Bangladesh
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sunāmganj
What is the population of Sunāmganj?
Sunāmganj has a population of 74,570 residents and is located in Bangladesh. The population density is 258 people per square mile, spread across 288.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sunāmganj?
Sunāmganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 126.8 inches.