Kathmandu, April 2 -- The country is currently experiencing the partial influence of western and local winds.

Hilly areas of Koshi, Gandaki, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces have partly cloudy weather, while other regions remain mostly clear. Light snowfall is expected in some high-altitude areas of Koshi and Gandaki.

With rising temperatures and low chances of rainfall, authorities have warned of increasing dryness, fire hazards, and worsening air pollution, which could affect public health, daily life, agriculture, and transportation. People have been advised to take necessary precautions.

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