Today, various districts across the country experienced heavy rainfall, with Lamjung recording the highest precipitation of 87.4 millimeters. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has informed that many areas nationwide will continue to receive rainfall starting today, accompanied by a decline in the heat wave. Tomorrow, the department forecasts moderate rainfall with thunder and the possibility of snowfall in Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces.
April 25, Kathmandu – Following shifts in weather patterns, heavy rainfall was observed today across several districts. Data from the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology indicate significant precipitation over the last 12 hours in Lamjung, Rolpa, Pyuthan, and Kavrepalanchok districts. Lamjung experienced the highest rainfall with 87.4 millimeters, nearing very heavy rainfall levels, while Rolpa recorded 65.2 millimeters, Pyuthan 74.6 millimeters, and Kavrepalanchok 63.6 millimeters, classified as heavy rainfall. Additionally, Kaski received 33 millimeters, Gulmi 37 millimeters, and Dhankuta 37 millimeters of rain.
Meteorologist Binu Maharjan from the department stated that rainfall across many parts of the country from today onwards will reduce the prevailing heat wave. The department also indicated that the current wet weather pattern is expected to persist for some time. Presently, western and local winds are partially influencing Nepal’s weather conditions.
According to the department, on Sunday, cloud cover is expected over Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces and the country’s Himalayan and hilly regions, while other areas will experience partly cloudy skies. Some areas in Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, Madhesh province, as well as hilly and mountainous zones in Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim provinces, are likely to see moderate rainfall or snowfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. Furthermore, some locations in the Terai region of Lumbini province may also experience rainfall or snowfall with thunder. Meanwhile, warm conditions may continue today in the Terai plains of Lumbini and Sudurpashchim provinces. This information was shared in the evening weather bulletin issued by the department.
