Below Average Rainfall Recorded in August
Summary
Rainfall across Nepal has remained below average in August despite active monsoon conditions, with only 58.2 millimeters recorded so far against the monthly average of 437.6 millimeters. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has urged caution near rivers and streams as more rain is expected in the coming days.
Key Points
- Rainfall in August has been far below average across the country, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.
- An average of 15.7 millimeters of rain was measured nationwide in the last 24 hours, with rain recorded at 211 of 429 measurement centers.
- The highest 24-hour rainfall was 108.2 millimeters in Sangoli, Rautahat, while temperatures peaked at 36.0°C in Lahan and dropped to 10.0°C in Humde.
- The department said the monsoon remains active and warned the public to stay cautious near rivers and streams.
