The Rainy Season of Bangladesh
Bangladesh is a land of six seasons, and the rainy season is one of them. It usually lasts during the Bengali months of Ashar and Sravan (June to August). After a long spell of hot summer, the rainy season arrives with showers that cool the earth and refresh nature. It plays an important role in our economy, culture, and daily life.
The rainy season is caused by the south-west monsoon winds, which blow over Bangladesh from the Bay of Bengal, carrying heavy moisture. As a result, there is heavy rainfall throughout the country during this time.
During this season, the sky often remains covered with thick black clouds. Strong winds blow, lightning flashes, and thunder roars. The sun remains hidden behind the clouds, and it sometimes rains heavily for several days without stopping. The low-lying areas go under water and look like a vast lake.
The rainy season is very beneficial to us. With the first rains, nature gets a fresh new look. The fields become green, and the air becomes cool and clean. The rainwater washes away dust and dirt and helps to reduce the extreme heat of summer. It makes the soil fertile and perfect for growing crops, especially rice and jute. Thus, our agriculture, which is the backbone of our economy, largely depends on this season.
However, the rainy season is not without problems. In villages, roads become muddy and slippery, making it hard for people to walk. Sometimes, too much rain causes floods, damaging crops, homes, livestock, and properties.
In spite of its disadvantages, the rainy season is the most important and useful season in Bangladesh. The people of our country welcome it with joy and enjoy its beauty. Our prosperity in farming depends greatly on this season.
