In short: Sunaropa Tea Factory is a black tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operating at 14 metres elevation.
Sunaropa Tea Factory is a black tea producer located in Moulvibazar, a district in northeastern Bangladesh that forms part of the country's principal tea-growing zone. The factory operates at an elevation of 14 metres above sea level, characteristic of the low-lying terrain in this part of Sylhet Division. It is operated by Sunaropa Tea Factory.
Terroir & Climate
At 14 metres elevation, Sunaropa Tea Factory sits in the subtropical lowlands of Moulvibazar, where the climate is typically warm and humid year-round. Estates at this latitude and altitude generally experience high rainfall, particularly during the monsoon months from May to September, which tends to support vigorous vegetative growth. The modest elevation means minimal diurnal temperature variation, and the heat typically accelerates the growing cycle, allowing for extended plucking seasons.
The low-lying terrain of Moulvibazar is generally characterised by alluvial soils that tend to retain moisture well, a quality that can support consistent yields but also requires careful drainage management. Estates at this elevation often contend with high humidity, which can influence both leaf biochemistry and processing parameters. The warm, wet conditions typical of this zone generally favour robust, fast-growing bushes that produce leaf with pronounced astringency and body.
Tea Produced
Sunaropa Tea Factory produces black tea. Estates in Moulvibazar at this elevation typically yield liquors with strong body, brisk astringency, and malty notes, characteristics often associated with lowland Bangladesh teas. The warm, humid growing conditions tend to promote rapid leaf development, which can result in teas with bold flavour profiles suited to blending and to markets that favour strength and colour. The cup character from this zone generally shows less aromatic complexity than high-grown teas but offers consistency and robustness.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Sunaropa tea Factory lies at 24.5972, 92.1140 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 14 m elevation is the joint 55th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Dilkhusha Tea Estate — under 1 km away
- Kapnapahar Tea Estate — under 1 km away
- Phooltullah Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Rajki Tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
- Ratna tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Sunaropa tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Sunaropa tea Factory (14 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Sunaropa tea Factory recorded 2,869 mm in 2025, 13% more than the 2,531 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamidiya Tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,447 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Kedarpur Tea Factory (Dinarpur cha bagan) | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,358 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou | 218 Ti Yu Chang Road, China | 14 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Talapoya Tea Estate | Cherooty Road, India | 14 m | 3,550 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Sarnia Estate | No.280 Dam St, Sri Lanka | 14 m | 2,828 mm | 29.8 °C |
Sunaropa tea Factory Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Sunaropa tea Factory is wetter than 76% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 86% of the others by elevation; cooler than 85% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Sunaropa tea Factory against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Sunaropa tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 14 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,869 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Sunaropa tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Sunaropa tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,869 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (553 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.1 °C and overnight lows 20.5 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,869 mm |
| Wettest month | July (553 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sunaropa tea Factory located?
Sunaropa tea Factory is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.5972, 92.1140, at an elevation of about 14 metres.
Who operates Sunaropa tea Factory?
Sunaropa tea Factory is operated by Sunaropa tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Sunaropa tea Factory produce?
Sunaropa tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Sunaropa tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,869 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (553 mm).
How does Sunaropa tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Sunaropa tea Factory recorded 2,869 mm in 2025, 13% more rain than the 2,531 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].
