Nepal Records Above-Average Rainfall During Pre-Monsoon Season

Kathmandu. The country has recorded above-average rainfall so far during the pre-monsoon period. According to meteorologist Binu Maharjan of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, rainfall measurements have already exceeded the seasonal average as of Tuesday.

“Approximately 29.5 percent of rainfall has occurred so far, whereas typically only 20 percent is expected during this period,” she stated. “The period from Falgun 15 to Jestha 15 is considered the pre-monsoon season. While approximately 226 millimeters of rainfall is expected during this time, 77.5 millimeters have already been recorded as of Tuesday.”

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology reports that the current weather system shows general instability. According to the department, temperatures have increased today compared to Tuesday. Maharjan noted that the maximum temperature in the Kathmandu Valley reached 25 degrees Celsius today, compared to 22 degrees Celsius on Tuesday.

According to meteorologist Maharjan, the weather is expected to remain generally clear until Thursday, with a possibility of rain returning starting Friday. Meanwhile, the department has urged the public to exercise necessary caution due to the volatile weather conditions.