Kathmandu, April 6 -- The country is currently under the partial influence of westerly and local winds, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.

Skies remain partly cloudy over the hilly regions, while weather in other areas is mostly clear. Light rain with thunder and lightning is occurring at one or two places in the hilly areas of Gandaki and Karnali provinces.

There is a likelihood of light rain with thunder and lightning in a few hilly areas of Koshi and Gandaki provinces. One or two locations in the high hills and Himalayan regions of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces may experience light rain or snowfall.

With minimal rainfall expected in most parts of the country, dry conditions are likely to persist, increasin...