Kathmandu, Pokhara likely to receive rain as Tarai faces rising temperatures
Summary
Kathmandu and Pokhara are expected to receive moderate rainfall and thunderstorms as monsoon winds stay active across several provinces. Meanwhile, rising temperatures in Tarai regions are causing heatwave conditions.
Key Points
- Monsoon winds are active across Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and parts of Lumbini provinces.
- Moderate rainfall with thunderstorms is forecast in hilly, Himalayan regions and cities including Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Heatwave warnings issued for Tarai districts in Lumbini and Sudurpashchim provinces with temperatures reaching up to 41°C.
- Kathmandu Valley expected to have a maximum temperature between 29–31°C amidst rain forecast.
