Thunderstorms to drench hills as heatwave-like conditions grip tarai
Summary
Heavy thunderstorms are forecast in Nepal's hill and mountain regions, while the Tarai experiences ongoing heatwave-like conditions with temperatures reaching up to 39°C.
Key Points
- Moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning is expected in hilly and Himalayan regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces.
- Pokhara is forecasted to receive the heaviest rainfall with a 60% chance of moderate rain and thunderstorms.
- Hot day conditions with temperatures between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius will persist across parts of western and central Tarai, including Nepalgunj and Bhairahawa.
- Residents are advised to be cautious of thunderstorms in the hills and heat-related health risks in the Tarai as monsoon-like conditions strengthen in eastern and central Nepal.
