Dry, warm winter likely for fourth year in a row
Summary
Nepal is expected to experience its fourth consecutive dry and warmer-than-normal winter, causing drought-like conditions that impact agriculture, water resources, and air quality.
Key Points
- Nepal is likely to experience a dry and warmer-than-normal winter for the fourth consecutive year.
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecast below-normal rainfall and above-average temperatures during winter.
- Drought conditions are expected to adversely affect agriculture, water resources, animal husbandry, and increase the risk of forest fires.
- Air pollution is predicted to worsen along with the drying of snow in mountainous areas, impacting crop yields.
