Kathmandu: Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has reported that the first winter rain of the season entered Nepal from the far western region on Monday evening, signaling the start of winter rains across the country.
Department of Hydrology and Meteorology’s weather bulletin issued on Monday evening indicates varying weather patterns across provinces:
Far West Province: Partly to generally cloudy skies with light rain at some places and light snowfall in mountainous areas.
Koshi Province: Partly to generally cloudy weather with light rain and snowfall at one or two places in the mountainous region.
Madhesh Province: Generally cloudy skies with light rain expected in a few areas.
Bagmati Province: Generally cloudy weather with light rain and light snowfall at a few places in mountainous areas, and partly cloudy conditions in the Terai.
Lumbini Province: Hill areas will remain generally cloudy with light rain at some places, while the Terai will have partly cloudy skies with the possibility of light rain.
Meteorologists noted that last winter saw minimal rainfall, with scattered showers in the far western and western regions but none in the eastern regions or Kathmandu Valley. This year, however, the country experienced record-breaking rainfall during the monsoon season, including in Kathmandu.
As winter progresses, cold temperatures are steadily increasing across the country, including in the capital. Meteorologists predict that this year’s winter will be as cold as last year’s.
The drop in temperature is also raising concerns about pollution, which tends to increase during the winter season due to reduced rainfall and atmospheric changes. Experts warn that heightened pollution poses serious health risks, emphasizing the need for precautionary measures.