KATHMANDU: Cyclone Arnab, which developed over the Bay of Bengal, combined with the partial influence of westerly winds, has affected various parts of the country since Thursday.
According to the Weather Forecasting Division, weather conditions are generally cloudy across the country today. Light rainfall has been reported in the hilly areas of Koshi and Bagmati provinces, as well as in some parts of the Terai and Madhes regions.
The Division has forecast generally cloudy conditions across most parts of the country this afternoon, with moderate rainfall and snowfall accompanied by thunder and lightning in many areas of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces. Similar conditions are expected in most mountainous areas of Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces.
Strong winds are also likely in some parts of the Terai regions of Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces. Heavy rainfall and snowfall are possible in some areas of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces, as well as at one or two locations in the mountainous and hilly regions of Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces.
Similar weather conditions are expected to continue tonight, with moderate rainfall and snowfall accompanied by thunder and lightning in most parts of the country. Heavy precipitation is also likely in some locations.
The Division has warned that moderate rainfall and snowfall, accompanied by thunder and lightning, may continue across most parts of the country today and tomorrow. Heavy rainfall and snowfall are likely in some areas of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, with very heavy precipitation possible at one or two locations. Some parts of Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces may also experience heavy rainfall and snowfall.
In view of the adverse weather forecast, the division has advised farmers to avoid agricultural activities, particularly harvesting and bringing in paddy crops, today and tomorrow.
It has also urged tourists to exercise caution and avoid travelling to high-altitude and mountainous areas due to the risks of heavy snowfall, blizzards and avalanches. Tourists already in such areas have been advised to remain in safe locations until weather conditions improve.
The Division has further urged the general public and concerned authorities to remain alert and take necessary precautions, warning that rainfall could intensify cold conditions, trigger landslides in vulnerable areas and along roads, and disrupt daily activities, including road and air transportation.
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