Monsoon Watch: Heavy rainfall likely in Koshi, Bagmati

Summary

Nepal is experiencing slight weakening of its monsoon with ongoing moisture from the Bay of Bengal causing moderate rain and potential heavy rainfall in specific hilly areas of Koshi and Bagmati provinces.

Key Points
  • Nepal's monsoon has weakened slightly as the low-pressure line is south of its average position.
  • Moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal continue to bring rainfall to Nepal.
  • Moderate rain is expected today in multiple provinces including Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, Sudurpaschim, and isolated Madhesh areas.
  • Heavy rainfall is likely at one or two spots in the hilly regions of Koshi and Bagmati today and possibly tonight.
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