Pokhara, 26 July – The monsoon’s influence across Nepal is currently weak, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD) under the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. The monsoon trough is situated near its average position, leading to varied weather patterns across the country.
Currently, most hilly regions nationwide are experiencing generally cloudy conditions. The MFD has reported that light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by thunder and lightning, is occurring in a few locations within the hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, and Karnali Provinces.
For today afternoon, generally cloudy conditions are anticipated in the hilly regions, while the remaining parts of the country will see partly cloudy skies. There is a possibility of light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning in several places within the hilly areas of Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, and Sudurpashchim Provinces, as well as a few locations elsewhere. Furthermore, the MFD has indicated a chance of strong winds in some areas of the Koshi Province plains and Madhesh Province.
Looking ahead to tonight, generally cloudy conditions are expected to persist in the hilly regions, including Koshi Province, with partly cloudy skies in the rest of the country. Light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely in a few places in the hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces, and in a limited number of other locations. The MFD has also warned of the possibility of heavy rainfall in one or two isolated places in the Koshi Province plains and the hilly areas of Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces. Therefore, the MFD urges the public and all stakeholders to stay updated with the latest weather information.
