Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
3.9M
Population
161 km2
Area
71 Mbps
Internet
6m
Elevation
UTC+06:00
Timezone
CGP (10km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Perched on the Karnaphuli River amid rolling hills, Chattogram buzzes as Bangladesh's key port city, blending maritime energy with colonial-era landmarks like the Ottoman-style Patenga Mosque. Visitors and remote workers find value in its affordable living, improving high-speed internet, and access to Cox's Bazar beaches just a few hours away. The tropical climate brings monsoon rains but endless sunny days for exploration.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Bangladesh
Region
Southern Asia
Population
3.9M
Timezone
UTC+06:00
Elevation
6 m
Currency
BDT
Language
Bengali
Airport
CGP
GPS
22.34, 91.83
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
505 restaurants mapped in Chattogram
Tech
71 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
Climate
Year-round average of 24C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
4,652 total POIs 28.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
505
Cafes
29
Bars
3
Fast Food
38
Shopping
Supermarkets
48
Convenience
17
Shopping Malls
108
Healthcare
Hospitals
164
Clinics
50
Pharmacies
311
Education
Schools
526
Universities
108
Libraries
12
Recreation
Parks
75
Playgrounds
192
Sports
56
Cinemas
2
Museums
10
Theatres
3
Transport
Bus Stops
277
Train Stations
20
Fuel Stations
137
Services
Banks
490
ATMs
119
Post Offices
35
Police
39
Fire Stations
13
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
71 Mbps
Download
62 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
27,923
Tests
6,845
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
20°
J
21°
F
22°
M
24°
A
26°
M
27°
J
27°
J
27°
A
26°
S
24°
O
22°
N
21°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 23.9 C Range: 20.4 - 27.4 C Rain: 2,405 mm/year Sunshine: 3,287 h/year
CITY SCORES
93.2
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.2
Overall
AIRPORT
CGP
Shah Amanat International Airport
10 km from center
Very close — ~15 min ride
FUN FACTS
Chittagong ( CHIT-ə-gong), officially Chattogram (Bengali: চট্টগ্রাম, romanized: Côṭṭôgrām, IPA: [ˈt͡ʃɔʈːoɡram] , traditionally Bengali: চাটগাঁও, romanized: Cāṭgão; Chittagonian: চিটাং/সিটাং, romanized: Sitang), is the second-largest city in Bangladesh.
Home to the Port of Chittagong, it is the busiest port in Bangladesh and the Bay of Bengal.
The city is located on the banks of the Karnaphuli River between the Chittagong Hill Tracts and the Bay of Bengal.
In 2022, the city area had a population of more than 5.6 million.
The city is home to many large local businesses and plays an important role in the Bangladeshi economy.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Chattogram known for?
Perched on the Karnaphuli River amid rolling hills, Chattogram buzzes as Bangladesh's key port city, blending maritime energy with colonial-era landmarks like the Ottoman-style Patenga Mosque. Visitors and remote workers find value in its affordable living, improving high-speed internet, and access to Cox's Bazar beaches just a few hours away. The tropical climate brings monsoon rains but endless sunny days for exploration.
How fast is the internet in Chattogram?
Chattogram has an average download speed of 71 Mbps and upload speed of 62 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Chattogram?
Chattogram has an average year-round temperature of approximately 23.9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Chattogram?
Chattogram is served by CGP (Shah Amanat International Airport), approximately 10 km from the city center.
What is the population of Chattogram?
The population of Chattogram is approximately 3.9M.
What infrastructure does Chattogram have?
Chattogram has 4,652 mapped points of interest, including 505 restaurants, 164 hospitals, 526 schools.
What country is Chattogram in?
Chattogram is located in Bangladesh.