Heavy rain, snowfall possible in Nepal from Thursday, 29 districts at high risk
Summary
Heavy rain is forecast across Nepal from Thursday, with the highest risk period expected between Thursday night and Friday night. Meteorologist Binod Pokharel said 29 districts face risk from prolonged rain or intense downpours, with some areas in Bagmati, Koshi and Gandaki provinces likely to receive substantial rainfall.
Key Points
- Meteorologist Binod Pokharel has forecast three to four days of rain across Nepal starting Thursday, with the greatest risk from Thursday night to Friday night.
- A low-pressure system from the Bay of Bengal and an active westerly system could combine to bring heavy rainfall to several parts of the country.
- Pokharel identified 29 districts at risk, mostly in Lumbini, Gandaki, Bagmati and Koshi provinces.
- He also warned of possible heavy rain in Manang and said forecasts may change as new data arrive.
