KATHMANDU: The Weather Forecasting Division of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has issued a five-day weather forecast, warning of possible rain and snowfall in several parts of the country from Wednesday.
According to meteorologist Rojan Lamichhane, Nepal is currently experiencing the partial influence of westerly winds. As a result, the weather is expected to become partly cloudy from today, with the possibility of rain and snowfall beginning Wednesday.
“Weather conditions across various parts of the country are expected to change through Friday, with the possibility of rain and snowfall. Today, the Himalayan region will experience partly cloudy conditions, while the rest of the country will remain mostly clear,” Lamichhane said.
He added that tonight, the Himalayan and hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces are expected to experience partly cloudy conditions, while the weather in other areas will remain mostly clear.
According to the Division, the Himalayan regions of Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces will experience partly cloudy conditions on Tuesday. Light rain and snowfall are possible at one or two places in the Himalayan regions of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces.
From Wednesday through Friday, the Himalayan and hilly regions of the country are expected to remain cloudy, with rain and snowfall likely in some areas.
On Wednesday, light rain and snowfall are possible at a few places in the Himalayan and hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces. Rain and snowfall are also forecast in the Himalayan and hilly regions of several provinces on Thursday and Friday.
The Division has urged the public to take necessary precautions in view of the forecast. Rain and snowfall could affect daily activities, tourism, mountaineering, and road and air transportation.
The Department has advised the public and concerned agencies to stay updated on the latest weather bulletins and make appropriate preparations to minimize potential disruptions.
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