Heavy rainfall forecast in some places of Gandaki, Karnali and Sudurpaschim

Kathmandu, July 9: Currently, monsoon winds influence the country, and the low-pressure line of the monsoon is located in the vicinity of average place, the Weather Forecasting Division said.

There will be partial to generally cloudy weather across the country this afternoon. According to the Division, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning in some places in the hilly areas of Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces, among others.

There is a chance of heavy rain in one or two locations in the Gandaki, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces, it shared. Additionally, there is a likelihood of light to moderate rain and snowfall in some areas of the high hills and mountainous regions.

Similarly, there will be partial to generally cloudy weather across the country tonight. In some places of the hilly areas of Koshi, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning. In one or two locations in the Koshi, Gandaki, Lumbini, and Sudurpaschim provinces, heavy rain is expected.

Light to moderate rain and snowfall are likely to take place in some areas of the high, hilly, and mountainous regions of the country. The Division has warned of the risk of floods and landslides due to the potential rain, urging the public in urban and Terai areas to stay alert for possible inundation. Given rising water levels in large and small rivers and streams, and subsequent impacts on daily life.

The Division has urged the public and all concerned agencies to adopt necessary precautions and preparations.