Gulmi Records Heaviest Rainfall in 24 Hours, Rain Expected in Western Terai Tomorrow
April 27, Kathmandu. Rainfall from Koshi to the Lumbini region has provided some relief during the hot season, but heat persists in the Terai areas west of Lumbini. According to meteorologists, rain is also likely tomorrow in the western Terai region of Nepal, which will help reduce the heat. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology’s Weather Forecast Division has forecast moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning over the Terai and hilly regions of all provinces tomorrow, with snow or rain expected in the mountainous areas. Meteorologist Binu Maharjan stated, “From Wednesday to Thursday, there is a possibility of moderate rainfall in many parts of the Koshi province and some areas of Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, and Sudurpashchim provinces.”
According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, while the Terai regions of Lumbini and Sudurpashchim provinces are expected to experience hot weather today, the onset of rainfall starting tomorrow will bring cooler temperatures. Many parts of the central and eastern regions witnessed rainfall on Sunday, which helped reduce the heat as well as wildfires and pollution. However, some areas also suffered damage due to strong winds and hailstorms. The department noted that this week, weather will remain cloudy with rain due to the partial influence of westerly and local winds as well as a low-pressure area near the eastern part of the lower atmosphere.
In the past 24 hours, the highest rainfall was recorded in Musikot, Gulmi, where 78.2 millimeters of rain was measured. Rainfall of 48.4 millimeters was recorded in Aapchaur, 35 millimeters in Badigad Rudraveni, and 18 millimeters in Bharsé, causing floods in local small rivers and streams. Additionally, 45.6 millimeters of rain fell in Seulibang, Pyuthan, and 40 millimeters in Kechana, Jhapa. Kathmandu Valley also experienced rainfall yesterday, with the highest measurement of 26.2 millimeters recorded in Naikap.
