KATHMANDU, JANUARY 2

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has reported that westerly winds are currently influencing Nepal, resulting in foggy weather across many areas of the Terai. Similar conditions are expected to persist in the coming days, affecting daily life, health, transport, and aviation.

This afternoon, the weather will remain partly cloudy in the hilly regions of Lumbini, Karnali, Gandaki, and Sudurpaschim provinces, while the rest of the country will experience mainly fair skies.

Tonight, the high hilly and mountainous regions of Gandaki, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces are expected to witness partly to generally cloudy conditions.

Looking ahead to Friday morning, fog is likely to blanket many areas of the Terai and the Kathmandu Valley. Residents are advised to stay alert as the fog may disrupt normal activities and pose risks to health, transportation, and aviation operations.