The Meteorological Forecasting Division has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in various parts of the country for next two days and asked people to remain alert.
According to weather forecast division, the monsoon winds are still active across country. Because of this, there is high chance of heavy to very heavy rainfall in hilly and Terai areas of some provinces over the next two days.
Current Weather Status
Right now, the low-pressure line of monsoon is slightly above its normal position in west and near Terai region in east. This has caused general to fully cloudy weather across Nepal. Light to moderate rain is already happening in some places of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, and Karnali, and also in one or two places of Sudurpaschim province.
Weather Forecast for Today
During afternoon today, weather will stay cloudy in most parts of country. Hilly and mountain regions might see moderate rain with thunder and lightning, while high mountain areas could get some snowfall. Also, rain with thunder and lightning is expected in many Terai areas of Madhesh, Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and some parts of Lumbini and Sudurpaschim. The department have also warned of heavy rain in one or two hilly and Terai areas of Madhesh, Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini.
At night, weather will remain cloudy in Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini, while Karnali and Sudurpaschim will see general to fully cloudy skies. There is chance of heavy to very heavy rain in hilly parts of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki, as well as some Terai parts of Madhesh and these provinces. Some hilly areas of these provinces might even get extremely heavy rainfall.
High Risk of Floods and Landslides
The weather office mentioned that on Sunday and Monday, Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki hilly regions, and Terai areas of Madhesh and these provinces could see heavy to very heavy rain. This might increase risk of landslides, floods, debris flow, and soil erosion.
Due to this bad weather, daily life, agriculture, health, tourism, mountaineering, and road and air transport could get affected. Everyone is urged to taking necessary precautions and keep checking regular weather updates from department.
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