Kathmandu, July 29 -- Monsoon winds continue to affect the weather across the country, with the monsoon trough currently positioned near its average location, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).

Skies are expected to remain generally cloudy across the country this afternoon. Moderate rainfall accompanied by thundershowers is likely in some areas of Sudurpaschim Province, as well as in many places in the hilly regions and a few areas of the Terai.

The DHM also reported that tonight, the hilly regions will remain generally cloudy, while the Tarai is expected to be partly cloudy. Moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning is possible in a few areas of the hills and at one or two locations in the Terai.

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