Kathmandu. The Nepal Meteorological Department has said that due to the impact of Cyclone ‘Arnav’, which has developed in the Bay of Bengal, there is a possibility of increased rain activity and snowfall in various places of Nepal, especially on Friday and Saturday.
The department has issued a special bulletin today and has requested to exercise high vigilance as there is a possibility of heavy rain in some places.
According to the department, the cyclone in the Bay of Bengal is likely to gradually strengthen and move towards the northwest and enter the coastal area near Yanam, which is located between Andhra Pradesh and Visakhapatnam in India. Due to its effect, the weather in Nepal may change and there may be rain and snow, the department said.
According to the bulletin, a change in the weather will start from Thursday, November 12, and especially on Friday and Saturday, there is a possibility of rain in various areas of Koshi, Bagmati, Madhes, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces.
From Friday 13th October to Saturday 14th November, there is a possibility of moderate rain with thunder, lightning and gale force in many places of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces. Heavy rain may occur in some places, according to the Department of Weather Forecasting. Moderate to heavy rainfall is also expected in some places of Lumbini region.
Similarly, there is a possibility of moderate rain with thunder, lightning and windstorm in some places of Karnali and Sudurpaschim Province and heavy rain in one or two places. According to the department, there is a risk of heavy snowfall, blizzards and avalanches in the mountainous and mountainous regions of the country.
The department has requested the farmers to take necessary precautions as the importation of paddy crops may be affected due to possible rains. Tourists visiting the high mountain and Himalayan areas are requested to travel only after understanding the weather conditions and stay in a safe place during adverse weather conditions.
The department has requested the general public and related agencies to prepare for the weather due to rain and snowfall, as well as floods, landslides, road blockages and air traffic may be affected.