Pre-Monsoon Rainfall Hits 45 Year High in Nepal

Summary

Nepal has recorded its highest pre-monsoon rainfall in 45 years, with 339.5 millimeters compared to the usual 226 millimeters.

Key Points
  • Nepal recorded the highest pre-monsoon rainfall in 45 years at 339.5 millimeters.
  • The average pre-monsoon rainfall is typically 226 millimeters.
  • Anarmani Birta in Jhapa district received 208 millimeters in a single day.
  • Heavy rains were also recorded in Ilam, Morang, Sunsari, Sindhuli, Kaski, Lamjung, and Gorkha.
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