Kathmandu, July 16 -- The weather is expected to remain generally cloudy across the country throughout Wednesday, with widespread light to moderate rain likely in many areas of Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces, the Meteorological Forecasting Division said.

A few places in the remaining provinces are also expected to receive rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast in a few places of Koshi Province, while isolated areas of Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces may also witness heavy downpours.

Light to moderate rain or snowfall is likely in some high-hill and mountainous areas. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are also expected in parts of the Tarai region of Ko...