Kathmandu : Light to moderate rain is expected in Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and some parts of the far-western region this morning.

According to the Department of Water and Meteorology, there will be normal to full cloud cover this afternoon. There is a possibility of light to moderate rain in many parts of the country. The department has stated that there is a possibility of heavy rain with thunder and lightning in one or two places of Bagmati and Province No.1.

According to the department, there will be normal to complete cloud cover tonight. There is a possibility of light to moderate rain in many parts of the country. There is a possibility of thunder and light rain in some parts of the far western region.

As there is a possibility of heavy rain in Province N0.1, Bagmati Province and one or two places in the Far Western Province, there is a risk of landslides and drift in the hilly areas of those provinces and the water level in rivers and streams may rise, the department said. The department has also urged to take necessary precaution as the transport sector may also be affected.