Saturday, May 9th, 2026

Moisture-laden air from Arabian Sea influencing Nepal’s weather conditions



KATHMANDU: The Weather Forecasting Division has stated that the country is currently experiencing the effects of westerly and local winds.

Additionally, moisture-laden air from the Arabian Sea is influencing weather conditions across Nepal.According to the Division, skies are generally to fully overcast nationwide.

Light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is occurring in parts of Koshi and Madhesh provinces, as well as in some areas of Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces. Isolated showers have also been reported in other regions of the country.

This afternoon, light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning is likely in the hilly regions, particularly in Bagmati, Gandaki, and a few other areas across the country.

For tonight, there is a forecast of heavy rainfall in isolated locations of Sudurpaschim, Karnali, and Lumbini provinces.

Light rain and snowfall are also possible in some parts of the high hills and mountainous regions.

The Division has urged the public to take necessary precautions to minimize the potential impacts of thunder, lightning, rain, and snowfall, which could disrupt daily life, health, agriculture, and both road and air transportation.

Publish Date : 12 April 2025 06:27 AM

Govt seeks applications for National Cooperative Regulatory Authority posts

KATHMANDU: The government has invited applications for the posts of

Over 15,000 displaced as govt’s squatter eviction drive expands across Kathmandu Valley

KATHMANDU: Thousands of people have been displaced after the government

Over 2,000 drivers penalized in Kathmandu Valley in a single day

KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office has said that 2,034

Hajj pilgrims from Nepal bid farewell for journey to Makkah

KATHMANDU: Nepali Muslim pilgrims departing for the annual Hajj pilgrimage

RSP launches parliamentary and leadership training for lawmakers

KATHMANDU: Rastriya Swatantra Party has launched a parliamentary practice and