Snowfall likely in mountainous region

Summary

Moderate snowfall is expected in high hilly and mountainous regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces along with rainfall and flood risks due to Cyclone Montha's influence.

Key Points
  • Moderate snowfall is likely in high hilly and mountainous regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces today.
  • Cyclone Montha from the Bay of Bengal is expected to affect weather in Bagmati, Madhesh, and Koshi provinces from Thursday to Saturday.
  • The cyclone will gradually enter Nepal as a low-pressure system causing rain and snowfall in central Nepal.
  • Flood risks, including sudden flooding and landslides, may affect daily life, transportation, agriculture, and tourism in several districts.
  • Water flow in Bagmati, Kamala, Koshi, and Kankai rivers is expected to increase significantly with potential flash floods in multiple districts.
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