Humla Records Heaviest Rainfall Since 1978 After Weather System Moves West
Summary
Humla recorded its heaviest rainfall since 1978 after the weather system moved west, with 114.8 millimeters measured in Simikot over 24 hours. Heavy rain also triggered landslides in several districts across Karnali Province, including Humla, Jajarkot, Kalikot, Mugu, Jumla and Salyan.
Key Points
- Humla’s Simikot recorded 114.8 millimeters of rain in 24 hours, the heaviest rainfall there since 1978.
- Meteorological records show this was a record-breaking event for Humla, with only one previous day above 100 millimeters.
- Birendranagar in Surkhet also received 75.5 millimeters of rain during the same period.
- Heavy rainfall has triggered landslides in multiple districts of Karnali Province, including Humla, Jajarkot, Kalikot, Mugu, Jumla and Salyan.
