In short: Monipur Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Sylhet region of Bangladesh at an elevation of 18 metres, operated by Monipur Tea Estate.
Monipur Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Sylhet region of northeastern Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 18 metres above sea level. The estate is managed by Monipur Tea Estate. Sylhet is Bangladesh's principal tea-growing district, and Monipur is situated in the low-lying plains characteristic of much of the region's plantation landscape.
Terroir & Climate
At 18 metres elevation, Monipur occupies land in the lowland floodplains that border the Surma Valley, where the topography is markedly flatter than the rolling hill estates found elsewhere in Sylhet. Estates at this altitude in northeastern Bangladesh typically experience a hot, humid subtropical climate with pronounced monsoon rains from May through September. The low elevation and abundant rainfall tend to encourage vigorous vegetative growth, though the absence of altitude means diurnal temperature variation is minimal compared to estates located in the region's higher terraces.
Soils in these low-lying areas are generally alluvial, often enriched by seasonal flooding, and the water table tends to sit relatively high. This environment can favour high-yielding cultivation, though the flat terrain and warmth typically produce a growing cycle that is less moderated by cool nights than is found at estates positioned on the Sylhet hills. The latitude of approximately 25°N places Monipur well within the monsoon belt, where the interplay of heat and moisture drives the bulk of annual production during the warmer months.
Tea Produced
Monipur Tea Estate produces black tea. Estates in the Sylhet lowlands, working at very modest elevations, typically yield teas with a robust, malty character and a full body. The warm growing conditions and rapid flush cycles tend to produce leaves that brew to a strong, coppery liquor, often with relatively straightforward, bold flavour profiles rather than the more nuanced or brisk character sometimes associated with higher-altitude growth. Teas from this environment are generally well-suited to blending and to markets that favour strength and colour in the cup.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Monipur Tea Estate lies at 24.9048, 91.8600 in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Its 18 m elevation is the joint 2nd highest of 18 estates we map in Sylhet. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Chandobag Tea estate Factory — under 1 km away · Moulvibazar
- Khan Tea Garden — under 1 km away
- lalakhal tea estate — under 1 km away
- Malnicherra Tea Garden — under 1 km away
- Moomincherra Tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Monipur Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Monipur Tea Estate (18 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Monipur Tea Estate recorded 3,920 mm in 2025, 70% more than the 2,301 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chanilta | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 18 m | 2,988 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Woodland | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 18 m | 2,837 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Amo tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 19 m | 1,910 mm | 30.3 °C |
| Allynugger Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 17 m | 2,300 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. | Xihu Dadao, China | 17 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
Monipur Tea Estate Compared with Sylhet
In Sylhet, Monipur Tea Estate is wetter than 59% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 59% of the others by elevation; cooler than 94% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Monipur Tea Estate against the 17 other estates we map in Sylhet, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Monipur Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 18 m | 17 m | 9 to 28 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,920 mm | 3,158 mm | 2,100 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.6 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 20.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Monipur Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Monipur Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 3,920 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (783 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.0 °C and overnight lows 20.6 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,920 mm |
| Wettest month | August (783 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Monipur Tea Estate located?
Monipur Tea Estate is in Sylhet, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.9048, 91.8600, at an elevation of about 18 metres.
Who operates Monipur Tea Estate?
Monipur Tea Estate is operated by Monipur Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Monipur Tea Estate produce?
Monipur Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Monipur Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,920 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (783 mm).
How does Monipur Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Monipur Tea Estate recorded 3,920 mm in 2025, 70% more rain than the 2,301 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].
