Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions
Summary
Parts of western Nepal, including Dhangadi and Nepalgunj, remain under heat wave conditions with temperatures up to 41°C, while several hilly and Himalayan regions are likely to experience moderate rainfall and thunderstorms.
Key Points
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecasts continued heat wave conditions in western Nepal's Terai districts.
- Moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in hilly and Himalayan regions of several provinces including Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki.
- Temperatures in cities like Dhangadi and Nepalgunj will range between 39 and 41 degrees Celsius under heat wave conditions.
- Nepal is currently influenced by westerly and local winds along with a low-pressure system near the country's eastern region.
