According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Weather Forecasting Division, cloudy weather and rainfall are expected across the country today (Wednesday).
Daytime (until 6 PM)
- Generally cloudy in all provinces.
- Thunderstorms with moderate rainfall are likely in the hilly and Terai regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces, as well as in some areas of Madhesh Province, and a few hilly and Terai areas of other provinces.
- Heavy rainfall is also likely in one or two hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces.
Nighttime (6 PM to 6 AM)
- Generally cloudy conditions across all provinces.
- Moderate rainfall is likely in the hilly and Terai regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini Provinces, as well as in some areas of Madhesh Province and a few hilly and Terai areas of other provinces.
- Heavy rainfall is also possible in one or two places in Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces.
Definitions of Rainfall Intensity (within 24 hours)
- Light Rain: Less than 10 mm
- Moderate Rain: 10–50 mm
- Heavy Rain: 50–100 mm
- Very Heavy Rain: 100–200 mm
- Extreme Rain: More than 200 mm
Rainfall Distribution Terminology
- One or two places: Less than 10% of the area likely to receive rain
- A few places: 10%–30% of the area
- Some places: 30%–50% of the area
- Many places: 50%–80% of the area
- Most places: More than 80% of the area
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