KATHMANDU:- There are chances of heavy rainfall at one or two places of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Karnali provinces today. 

The monsoon wind has its influence throughout the country at present with the monsoon low pressure trough somewhat closer to its average position, the Meteorological Forecasting Division said.

As the weather remains generally cloudy throughout the country, light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely to occur at some places of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki and Karnali provinces and at a few places of rest of the country, according to the Division.

There is also a possibility of light to moderate rain and snowfall at one or two places of the high hilly and mountainous region of the country while some places of Tarai belt of Lumbini and Sudurpaschim provinces would like to experience storm.

Tonight, the weather will continue to remain generally cloudy throughout the country. Light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely to occur at some places of Koshi and Madhes provinces.

In view of a risk of floods, landslides, and debris flow, the Division has urged the residents to apply precautions and safety measures in urban and Tarai regions.

It has been informed that water levels in large and small rivers and rivulets could rise, potentially affecting daily life, agriculture, health, tourism, and transportation on roads and air traffic near river areas.  (RSS)