The impact of the monsoon continues to be felt across Nepal, as noted in the latest weather forecast bulletin issued by the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology this morning. The monsoon trough is currently positioned south of the average location in the west and east of the country.
Presently, the weather is partial to generally cloudy nationwide. Light rain is occurring in a few areas of the Koshi, Bagmati, and Sudurpashchim provinces. This afternoon, the weather is expected to remain partially to generally cloudy across the country. There is a possibility of light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning in some areas of Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim provinces, with heavy rainfall also possible in one or two places in Karnali Province.
Tonight, the weather will continue to be partial to generally cloudy across Nepal. Light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is expected in some areas of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, and Lumbini provinces, and in a few locations in other provinces. Heavy rainfall is also possible in one or two places in the Koshi Province.
The Department has advised caution due to the potential risks of floods, landslides, and soil erosion, especially in the Koshi and Karnali provinces where heavy rain is likely. The potential impact on daily life, agriculture, health, tourism, mountaineering, road, and air travel has been highlighted, and the department urges the public to remain vigilant.
