Cyclone Arnab and western winds bring rain and snow across Nepal

Weather systems across the country have experienced a notable shift due to the combined influence of western winds and a cyclone named Arnab. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology reported that these interacting weather patterns have spread cloud cover across all seven provinces. The cyclone, which formed in the Bay of Bengal, began affecting the nation from Thursday evening. Residents in the Kathmandu Valley witnessed continuous overcast skies accompanied by intermittent rainfall since Thursday evening, with sustained downpours reported throughout the day. Beyond the capital, similar wet conditions have emerged in multiple regions nationwide. High mountainous areas and upper Himalayan locations face distinct possibilities of snowfall as the atmospheric disturbance continues to unfold. Officials have urged the public to exercise necessary caution, noting that the persistent precipitation and gloomy skies could disrupt regular routines. Potential impacts extend to both road transportation and domestic flight operations across affected districts. Authorities continue to monitor the progression of the cyclone as unsettled conditions persist across the country.