Bay of Bengal system to bring heavier rain to Nepal from Friday
Summary
A developing weather system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify from September 25 to 27 and bring heavy to very heavy rain across Nepal, with the highest risk in Gandaki and Lumbini provinces. Authorities have warned of floods, landslides, rising river levels and heavy snowfall in the high Himalaya.
Key Points
- Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across Nepal from September 25 to 27 as a Bay of Bengal system intensifies.
- Gandaki and Lumbini provinces face the highest risk, with extremely heavy rainfall possible in isolated places.
- The weather system could trigger floods, landslides, soil erosion, debris flows and disruptions to transport, agriculture and tourism.
- Kathmandu is expected to see rain and thunderstorms, while the high Himalaya may receive heavy snowfall.
