Nepal's terai to swelter at up to 39°C as hills brace for rain
Summary
Nepal’s southern plains are set to swelter with temperatures reaching up to 39°C in Janakpur, while hills and parts of the Himalayas are expected to see moderate rain and thundershowers. The monsoon trough remains near its normal position across the country.
Key Points
- Janakpur is forecast to hit 37–39°C on Wednesday, with no rain expected during the day.
- Simara and Bhairahawa may reach 38°C, while several other Terai cities are likely to record up to 37°C.
- Pokhara and Kathmandu have chances of moderate rain, with higher odds of showers at night.
- The weather office says monsoon winds are influencing the whole country, with cloud cover and possible rain or snowfall in hill and Himalayan regions.
