Cox's Bazar Weather in June

June: rain sets the pace

June is hot, sticky and very wet. Rain falls on most days, and thick cloud often hides the sun. Showers can disrupt beach plans, while rough seas make swimming and boat trips a poor bet. The beach is still worth a walk between downpours, but keep your plans flexible.

Sightseeing works best when you can duck inside. Visit the Burmese Market for a browse and a bowl of local food, or enjoy a long meal of dried-fish shutki while the rain passes. For families with young children, June's slippery paths and uncertain beach weather can make a relaxed seaside holiday harder.

Quiet season, with caveats

June sits in the monsoon low season, far quieter than the popular December-to-February months. You'll usually find fewer holidaymakers and softer hotel rates than in the winter peak, though individual prices vary. May is already very wet, and July brings even more rain, so June isn't a dry break between monsoon months.

Eid al-Adha can fall in June in some years, as its date follows the lunar calendar. If it does, local travel can get busy around the holiday. There's no fixed June festival you can count on every year.

Make room for rain

Keep your days close to town, rather than relying on a long trip by boat. When the weather clears, the road to Himchari National Park makes a good outing; the waterfall can look fuller after rain, but paths may be slick. Check local conditions before heading out.

Budget travellers may like the quieter feel, but don't expect a beach holiday built around swimming. For a useful local tip, ask your hotel about the beach road before setting off for Himchari: heavy rain can slow the journey, and a clear patch may not last long.