Light rain and snow likely in western hilly regions

Summary

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology reports light rain and snowfall likely in western hilly regions of Nepal under the influence of westerly winds, with some areas experiencing partial cloud cover and others clear weather.

Key Points
  • The westerly wind influence is causing chances of light rain in some hilly and Himalayan areas of Nepal.
  • Partial cloud cover is expected in hilly regions with mostly clear weather elsewhere.
  • Light rain and snowfall may occur in hilly regions of Koshi and Gandaki provinces.
  • 13 tourists stranded due to snowfall at Tilicho Lake Base Camp were rescued by the Armed Police Force.
  • Lamjung's Besisahar recorded the highest rainfall at 71.1 millimeters between November 1 and 2.
  • Cyclone Montha previously caused heavy rainfall and disrupted daily life in parts of Nepal.
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