December 17, Kathmandu: Due to the western low-pressure system that comes with the western wind, there is a possibility of snowfall in the hilly region from today.

Meteorologists told that there is a possibility of rain and snow in hilly and high mountainous areas due to the western low-pressure system that comes with the westerly winds.

There will be partial to normal cloud cover in Far-Western, Karnali, Lumbini and Gandaki provinces from Friday. According to the Department of Water and Meteorology, light rain is expected in some parts of the far west region.

He said that due to the western low-pressure system, the temperature will drop in the coming days and the cold is likely to increase further.

The department has urged to take necessary safety and precaution to avoid the effects of cold and snowfall as the weather system may affect the daily life of the people including mountaineering and air transport.