Sunday, April 19th, 2026

Rain with thunder expected in several provinces



KATHMANDU: The Weather Forecasting Division of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has stated that Nepal is currently experiencing the combined influence of westerly and local winds, along with a partial effect of moisture-laden air entering from the Bay of Bengal.

According to the Division, skies are generally cloudy over the hilly regions, while other parts of the country remain mostly clear to partly cloudy.

Thunderstorms and lightning have been reported at one or two locations in the hilly areas of Sudurpaschim and Karnali provinces.

This afternoon, the weather is expected to be partly to generally cloudy across the country. Light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely in the hilly areas, particularly in Koshi Province, and at isolated places in other regions.

There is also a chance of light rain and snowfall in some mountainous areas.

For tonight, the weather will remain partly to generally cloudy in the hilly regions, while the rest of the country will see mainly clear to partly cloudy skies.

Light rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely at one or two places in the hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces.

Similarly, light rain and snowfall are possible at one or two locations in the mountainous areas of Koshi, Gandaki, and Karnali.

Publish Date : 03 May 2025 06:41 AM

RSP calls central committee meeting

KATHMANDU: The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has called a meeting

Govt to deploy security for removal of student party structures in universities

KATHMANDU: The government has decided to provide security support if

Deuba faction stresses unity, says NC leadership must take responsibility

KATHMANDU: A meeting of leaders aligned with outgoing Nepali Congress

Processed fuels cost higher than crude oil: NOC

KATHMANDU: Amid growing public concern over fuel prices in the

Demolition of encroached structures begins in Birgunj for highway expansion

BIRGUNJ: The Road Division Office, Hetauda, has begun demolishing houses