In short: Imam tea Factory is a black tea estate in Habiganj, Bangladesh, operating at 13 metres above sea level and independently managed under its own name.
Imam tea Factory is a tea estate in Habiganj, Bangladesh, situated at approximately 13 metres above sea level. The operation produces black tea and is managed under the Imam tea Factory name. Habiganj lies in the north-eastern lowlands of Bangladesh, a region with a long-established tea industry centred on the Sylhet division.
Terroir & Climate
At 13 metres elevation, Imam tea Factory occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of the floodplain and terrace lands found across much of Habiganj. Estates at this altitude in north-eastern Bangladesh typically experience a warm, humid subtropical climate with pronounced monsoon rainfall from May through September. The combination of warmth, moisture, and fertile alluvial or semi-alluvial soils generally supports vigorous vegetative growth throughout much of the year.
The low elevation and high ambient temperatures tend to accelerate the metabolic processes in the tea plant, often resulting in rapid flush cycles and high yields per hectare. Estates in this latitude and altitude band generally see little seasonal dormancy; growth may slow modestly in the cooler months from December to February, but the plants rarely enter true winter rest. Such conditions typically favour the production of robust, full-bodied teas with strong colour and briskness in the cup.
Tea Produced
Imam tea Factory produces black tea. Estates in Habiganj at comparable elevations tend to yield teas with a full body, malty or grainy notes, and pronounced astringency. The rapid growth cycles common to low-altitude, high-warmth environments generally result in liquors that are brisk and assertive, with strong colour and a straightforward flavour profile. Such teas are often suited to blending and to markets that favour robust, traditional black tea character.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Imam tea Factory lies at 24.5672, 91.5136 in Habiganj, Bangladesh. Its 13 m elevation is the 9th highest of 17 estates we map in Habiganj. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Eta Tea Estate — 19 km away · Moulvibazar
- Kedarpur Tea Factory (Dinarpur cha bagan) — 21 km away · Moulvibazar
- Brindaban tea Factory — 25 km away
- Madhupur tea Factory — 25 km away
- Rashidpur tea Factory — 25 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Imam tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Imam tea Factory (13 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Imam tea Factory recorded 2,780 mm in 2025, 21% more than the 2,300 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkul Cha Bagan | Sylhet, Bangladesh | 13 m | 2,100 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Zehjiang Tea Group | 218 Ti Yui Chang Road, China | 13 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Nishi Tea Factory | Izumo, Japan | 13 m | 1,769 mm | 19.7 °C |
| Nandana | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 13 m | 2,837 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Weihena | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 13 m | 3,323 mm | 29.6 °C |
Imam tea Factory Compared with Habiganj
In Habiganj, Imam tea Factory is the wettest of the 17 estates by 2025 rainfall; higher than 50% of the others by elevation; the coolest of the 17 estates by daytime temperature. The table sets Imam tea Factory against the 16 other estates we map in Habiganj, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Imam tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 13 m | 14 m | 7 to 23 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,780 mm | 1,910 mm | 1,654 to 2,379 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C | 30.3 °C | 30.1 to 30.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C | 20.9 °C | 20.8 to 21.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Imam tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Imam tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,780 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (562 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.1 °C and overnight lows 20.7 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,780 mm |
| Wettest month | July (562 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Imam tea Factory located?
Imam tea Factory is in Habiganj, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.5672, 91.5136, at an elevation of about 13 metres.
Who operates Imam tea Factory?
Imam tea Factory is operated by Imam tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Imam tea Factory produce?
Imam tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Imam tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,780 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (562 mm).
How does Imam tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Imam tea Factory recorded 2,780 mm in 2025, 21% more rain than the 2,300 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
