Weather Update News - August 24, 2023

Details provided by the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Meteorological Forecasting Division

Today's Weather Forecast

Across the entire country, today's weather is expected to be generally to mostly cloudy. While the majority of areas will experience light to moderate rainfall, some regions are at risk of encountering heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. The following provinces are particularly susceptible to heavy rainfall: Koshi Province, Bagmati Province, Gandaki Province, Lumbini Province, and Sudur Pashchim Province.

Tonight's Weather Forecast

Tonight's conditions are anticipated to mirror the daytime forecast. Generally, the night will remain generally to mostly cloudy nationwide, with light to moderate rainfall expected in many areas. Similarly, there is a continued risk of heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning in the following provinces: Koshi Province, Madesh Province, Bagmati Province, Gandaki Province, and Lumbini Province.

Meteorological Analysis

The current weather patterns are influenced by the Axis of the Monsoon Trough, which is positioned to the north of Sardar. Additionally, a low-pressure area in the northwest region of Uttar Pradesh, India, is exerting its influence on Nepal's weather conditions.