KATHMANDU, July 7: The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has stated that parts of the Madhesh and Lumbini Provinces have received less rainfall than expected, despite the monsoon remaining active across the country.
Senior meteorologist Meen Kumar Aryal shared that the southern plains of Madhesh and Lumbini Provinces have experienced below-normal rainfall compared to earlier forecasts.
Aryal noted, "While the monsoon system is influencing weather nationwide, rainfall has been concentrated mainly over the country's hilly region."
He further explained, "The monsoon trough at present lies south of its average position over eastern Nepal and remains close to its normal location in the western region."
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He added that although rainfall has not occurred as widely as forecast, most hilly areas are receiving moderate rainfall.
According to him, moderate rainfall is currently occurring in northern Lumbini Province and parts of Sudurpaschim Province.
With the monsoon system remaining active, rainfall is expected to become more widespread in the coming days.
Hence, the senior meteorologist urged the public to remain alert, particularly in hilly areas, since there is a likelihood of thunderstorms, lightning and moderate to heavy rainfall at one or two places in the hilly districts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini Provinces today.
The weather service has urged caution since most parts of the country are expected to receive rain under the influence of the active monsoon system.
The DHM, releasing a three-day weather bulletin today, also warned of thunderstorms and moderate rainfall in parts of the hills and mountains, while the Tarai regions of Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini Provinces and parts of Sudurpaschim Province may also witness moderate rain coupled with thunder and lightning during this period.
The Weather Forecasting Division have urged residents living near rivers, landslide-prone areas and flood-vulnerable urban settlements to remain vigilant due to the risk of heavy rainfall, flash floods, landslides and inundation in the above-mentioned provinces.
The weather service has forecast the possibility of gusty winds in parts of Madhesh and Lumbini Provinces during these three days, potentially affecting fragile structures, agricultural crops, electricity supply and communication services.
The DHM has advised the public to stay updated with the latest weather forecast and observe necessary precautions, it informed, as monsoon activity is expected to intensify in the coming days.
