Thunderstorms likely across hills and mountains; Heavy rain risk persists despite partial cloud cover

Thunderstorms likely across hills and mountains; Heavy rain risk persists despite...

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast thunderstorms and moderate rainfall in several hilly and mountainous parts of the country today, with weather experts warning that localized downpours could occur despite generally partial cloud cover across much of the country.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast thunderstorms and moderate rainfall in several hilly and mountainous parts of the country today, with weather experts warning that localized downpours could occur despite generally partial cloud cover across much of the country.

Environment 14 Jun, 2026

South Asian experts gather in Kathmandu to chart future of pangolin conservation

South Asian experts gather in Kathmandu to chart future of pangolin conservation

Leading scientists, conservationists and government officials from across South Asia have gathered in Kathmandu for a regional conference aimed at strengthening efforts to protect pangolins, one of the world's most trafficked mammals.

Leading scientists, conservationists and government officials from across South Asia have gathered in Kathmandu for a regional conference aimed at strengthening efforts to protect pangolins, one of the world's most trafficked mammals.

Environment 08 Jun, 2026

Tarai braces for scorching heat as temperatures near 40°C

Tarai braces for scorching heat as temperatures near 40°C

Intense heat is expected to persist across large parts of the Tarai on Monday, with temperatures in some districts forecast to approach 40 degrees Celsius, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).

Intense heat is expected to persist across large parts of the Tarai on Monday, with temperatures in some districts forecast to approach 40 degrees Celsius, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).

Environment 08 Jun, 2026

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hills and Himalayan regions; heatwave continues in Terai

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hills and Himalayan regions; heatwave continues in...

Weather conditions across Nepal are expected to remain mixed today, with generally cloudy skies in the eastern and mountainous regions and hot weather persisting in parts of the southern plains, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.

Weather conditions across Nepal are expected to remain mixed today, with generally cloudy skies in the eastern and mountainous regions and hot weather persisting in parts of the southern plains, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.

Environment 07 Jun, 2026

Green hydrogen key to Nepal's green future: Energy Minister Shrestha

Green hydrogen key to Nepal's green future: Energy Minister Shrestha

Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has said green hydrogen presents a major opportunity for building Nepal’s sustainable future and advancing clean energy development.

Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has said green hydrogen presents a major opportunity for building Nepal’s sustainable future and advancing clean energy development.

Environment 06 Jun, 2026

SPCC, CBCF strengthen partnership under the "Everest 1° initiative" to advance sustainable waste management and climate action in the...

SPCC, CBCF strengthen partnership under the "Everest 1° initiative" to advance...

On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) and the Cimex BYD Charity Foundation (CBCF) reaffirm their commitment to protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem through the "Everest 1° Initiative"—a long-term environmental program focused on sustainable waste management, climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental stewardship in the Everest region.

On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) and the Cimex BYD Charity Foundation (CBCF) reaffirm their commitment to protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem through the "Everest 1° Initiative"—a long-term environmental program focused on sustainable waste management, climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental stewardship in the Everest region.

Environment 05 Jun, 2026

World Environment Day marked with call for climate-resilient, green development

World Environment Day marked with call for climate-resilient, green development

World Environment Day 2026 is being observed across the country today with the theme “Foundation for a Prosperous Future: Climate and Nature-Friendly Development,” highlighting urgent action on climate change and environmental protection.

World Environment Day 2026 is being observed across the country today with the theme “Foundation for a Prosperous Future: Climate and Nature-Friendly Development,” highlighting urgent action on climate change and environmental protection.

Environment 05 Jun, 2026

Heatwave tightens grip on Tarai, likely to persist for three more days

Heatwave tightens grip on Tarai, likely to persist for three more days

A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across Nepal's southern plains, with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) warning that temperatures could exceed 38 degrees Celsius in several Tarai districts over the next three days.

A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across Nepal's southern plains, with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) warning that temperatures could exceed 38 degrees Celsius in several Tarai districts over the next three days.

Environment 05 Jun, 2026

Scorching heat grips Tarai as rain, thunderstorms likely in hills

Scorching heat grips Tarai as rain, thunderstorms likely in hills

Sweltering heat is expected to continue across the Tarai today, while several hilly and Himalayan districts are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).

Sweltering heat is expected to continue across the Tarai today, while several hilly and Himalayan districts are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).

Environment 04 Jun, 2026

HCC summit endorses landmark action plan to save mountain environment

HCC summit endorses landmark action plan to save mountain environment

The Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth Summit has adopted a Namche Action Plan 2026–2030 to save the mountain environment by addressing the adverse impact of the climate crisis.

The Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth Summit has adopted a Namche Action Plan 2026–2030 to save the mountain environment by addressing the adverse impact of the climate crisis.

Environment 03 Jun, 2026

Rain likely in hilly regions, hot weather to persist in Terai

Rain likely in hilly regions, hot weather to persist in Terai

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to remain partly cloudy.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to remain partly cloudy.

Environment 03 Jun, 2026

Rain likely in hilly regions, hot weather to persist in Madhesh and eastern Terai

Rain likely in hilly regions, hot weather to persist in Madhesh and eastern Terai

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy conditions in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to remain partly cloudy.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy conditions in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to remain partly cloudy.

Environment 02 Jun, 2026

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly and Himalayan regions today

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly and Himalayan regions today

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to witness partly cloudy conditions.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to witness partly cloudy conditions.

Environment 01 Jun, 2026

Rainfall likely in several provinces today

Rainfall likely in several provinces today

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather over Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces today, along with the hilly and Himalayan regions of Koshi and Bagmati provinces.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather over Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces today, along with the hilly and Himalayan regions of Koshi and Bagmati provinces.

Environment 31 May, 2026

Extremely heavy rainfall recorded in Parsa's Thori

Extremely heavy rainfall recorded in Parsa's Thori

Widespread rainfall over the past two days has lowered temperatures across the country as cloudy weather persisted nationwide.

Widespread rainfall over the past two days has lowered temperatures across the country as cloudy weather persisted nationwide.

Environment 30 May, 2026

Thunderstorms likely across hills as heat persists in western Tarai

Thunderstorms likely across hills as heat persists in western Tarai

Rain-bearing clouds are expected to bring thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across much of the country's hilly and Himalayan regions on Thursday, while hot weather conditions are likely to persist in parts of the western Tarai.

Rain-bearing clouds are expected to bring thunderstorms and moderate rainfall across much of the country's hilly and Himalayan regions on Thursday, while hot weather conditions are likely to persist in parts of the western Tarai.

Environment 28 May, 2026

Rain likely in several provinces, heat wave to persist in western Terai

Rain likely in several provinces, heat wave to persist in western Terai

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning in several parts of the country on Wednesday, while heat wave conditions are expected to continue in parts of the western Terai.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning in several parts of the country on Wednesday, while heat wave conditions are expected to continue in parts of the western Terai.

Environment 27 May, 2026

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; hot conditions persist in western Terai

Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; hot conditions persist in western Terai

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in several hilly and Himalayan regions of the country on Tuesday, while hot day conditions are expected to persist in parts of western Nepal.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in several hilly and Himalayan regions of the country on Tuesday, while hot day conditions are expected to persist in parts of western Nepal.

Environment 26 May, 2026

Extreme heat disrupts classes in Kanchanpur

Extreme heat disrupts classes in Kanchanpur

Local levels in Kanchanpur have started closing schools temporarily owing to rising temperatures. Some local governments have already announced the school holidays for a few days, taking into account student's health concerns.

Local levels in Kanchanpur have started closing schools temporarily owing to rising temperatures. Some local governments have already announced the school holidays for a few days, taking into account student's health concerns.

Environment 25 May, 2026

Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions

Western Terai to remain under heat wave conditions

​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal on Monday, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in several hilly and Himalayan regions.

​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued heat wave conditions in parts of western Nepal on Monday, while moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are likely in several hilly and Himalayan regions.

Environment 25 May, 2026