Moist air from the Bay of Bengal is causing rainfall in many parts of Nepal, according to meteorologists. In the past 12 hours, rainfall has occurred from Koshi Province to Sudurpaschim. However, Madhesh and Sudurpaschim Provinces have received less rain compared to other areas.
Meteorologist David Dhakal from the Meteorological Forecasting Division said that the monsoon low-pressure line is currently near its average position, and the moisture from the Bay of Bengal is bringing rain. Most areas in Nepal, except parts of Madhesh and Sudurpaschim, have seen rainfall.
Districts in Madhesh Province, which have been facing dry and drought-like conditions, still haven’t received enough rain. According to official data, Rupani in Saptari recorded moderate rainfall, while Siraha, Sarlahi, Bara, and Rautahat saw only light rain.
Rainfall is expected to increase in Madhesh in the coming days, possibly reaching moderate levels. However, experts say it still may not be enough for paddy planting.
In the last 12 hours, the highest rainfall was recorded in Nurpu, Sindhupalchok, with 123.4 mm of rain.
Since Sunday night, Kathmandu Valley and surrounding districts have also experienced continuous rainfall. Panche Khola in Nuwakot recorded 85.4 mm, while Kathmandu’s Panipokhari saw 65 mm. Other measurements include: Kapan (36 mm), Sundarijal (30 mm), Chandragiri (23 mm), Tribhuvan International Airport (22 mm), and Babarmahal (19.6 mm).
In Bhaktapur, 18 mm of rain was recorded. In Lalitpur, Tikathali received 18 mm, Khumaltar 16.4 mm, Lele 13.8 mm, and Godavari 13.4 mm.