Friday, June 19th, 2026

Monsoon showing signs of retreat



KATHMANDU: The monsoon is showing signs of retreat, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.

Westerly winds are currently influencing most parts of Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim Provinces, as well as parts of western Gandaki, while monsoon and local wind effects remain weak elsewhere in the country.

This afternoon, skies are expected to be generally cloudy in hilly regions of Koshi, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim Provinces, while the Terai will see partly cloudy conditions. Moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely in some places of Koshi, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim.

Tonight, the weather will be partly cloudy in the hilly areas of Koshi and Madhes Provinces, with mainly clear skies elsewhere. According to the department’s daily bulletin, light rain is possible in one or two hilly locations in Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces.

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