KATHMANDU, Oct 17: Most parts of Nepal are expected to enjoy favorable weather during Dashain, offering relief to people traveling home and celebrating the festival. However, some hilly and mountainous areas could see light rain and snowfall, while fog and mist may affect morning travel in parts of the Tarai.
According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), the monsoon has withdrawn from the country, leaving only a partial influence of westerly winds. The department has forecast mainly clear weather across most areas, although isolated places could experience light rain or snowfall accompanied by thunder and lightning.
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Weather to remain clear during Dashain
On Phulpati (October 17), partly to generally cloudy conditions are expected in several hilly and mountainous areas. One or two places in the mountainous regions and the hills of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces may receive light rain or snowfall. Some Tarai areas could experience fog and mist in the morning.
Similar conditions are forecast for Ashtami (October 18), with isolated rain and snowfall possible in the hills and mountains of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces.
From Navami to Dashami (October 19–21), most parts of the country are expected to remain mainly clear, although isolated rain and snowfall cannot be ruled out in some hilly and mountainous areas.
The DHM has advised people to check updated weather forecasts before traveling and take precautions against fog, mist and possible adverse weather in the hills and mountains.