Monsoon remains active across Nepal; heavy rain expected in several areas
Summary
Monsoon conditions remain active across Nepal, with widespread cloudy skies and moderate rain expected in many areas. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in parts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Karnali, Lumbini and Sudurpashchim, raising risks of landslides and flash floods.
Key Points
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology says the monsoon low-pressure trough is near its normal location and the country is under active monsoon influence.
- Cloudy skies and light to moderate rain are being observed across several provinces, with widespread moderate rain expected in hilly and mountainous areas and some Terai locations.
- Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast in parts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Karnali, Lumbini and Sudurpashchim provinces.
- Authorities have warned of debris flow, flash floods, landslides and soil erosion and urged people in vulnerable areas to stay alert.
