Kathmandu:The effects of cyclone ‘Arnab’ and associated rainfall activities are predicted to begin subsiding from Saturday afternoon, as stated by the Nepal Meteorological Department.
According to National News Agency RSS, light rainfall has been occurring in most areas of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces, with sporadic occurrences in Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim Provinces. Meteorologist David Dhakal noted that the cyclone’s impact would start weakening from Saturday afternoon, and advised the public to stay informed about local weather updates.
Although cyclone ‘Arnab’ intensified into a strong low-pressure area in India, its impact in Nepal has been minimal as it weakened upon entering the country. The department added that there are chances of rainfall and snowfall in most areas this afternoon and tonight.
Dhakal further explained that the weather in Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini, along with the high-hilly regions of Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces, will remain cloudy. There is a possibility of moderate rainfall with lightning and thunderstorms, as well as snowfall in some hilly and mountainous areas of these provinces.
The Division forecasts that most parts of the country will experience cloudy weather tonight, with moderate rainfall and snowfall expected, and some areas may see heavy precipitation. The highest recorded rainfall in the past 24 hours was 50.2 millimeters in Kavrepalanchowk, According to Department.