Monsoon Arrival in Nepal Delayed by a Week
Summary
The monsoon arrival in Nepal is delayed by about a week, expected around mid-June, with forecasts of less rainfall and higher temperatures this year. A national response plan is in place to support an estimated 226,000 affected citizens.
Key Points
- The monsoon is delayed and expected to reach Nepal about a week later than average, around June 20.
- Monsoon has reached Kerala and Tamil Nadu in South India, progressing slowly towards Nepal.
- This year's monsoon may bring less rainfall and higher temperatures with possibilities of excessive rainfall or drought in some areas.
- A national response plan has been prepared anticipating 226,000 citizens from 51,000 families will be affected.
