Monsoon winds drive widespread rainfall; Tarai cities brace storms
Summary
Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected across Nepal, with the highest risk in the hilly and Himalayan areas of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces. Kathmandu Valley will stay cloudy with a 70% chance of rain, while Tarai cities including Dhangadi and Nepalgunj are also set for widespread showers.
Key Points
- Heavy rainfall is forecast in the Himalayan and hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, with additional risk in Karnali, Lumbini and Sudurpashchim.
- Moderate rain with thunder and lightning is expected at many places across Nepal, and some Himalayan areas may see snowfall with storms.
- Kathmandu Valley will remain cloudy with a 70% chance of rain and temperatures between 27–29°C.
- Dhangadi and Nepalgunj in the Tarai are also likely to receive rainfall, with temperatures in the low-to-mid 30s°C.
