Kathmandu: The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has reported that the current weather conditions are partly cloudy in hilly regions and fair in other parts of the country. According to the Department, the partial influence of westerly winds and local winds persists across the country. This afternoon, there will be partial changes in the weather in the hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, while remaining areas will experience partly fair conditions. In hilly areas of Koshi and Gandaki provinces, there is a possibility of light rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning at one to two places. Additionally, light snowfall may occur at one or two places in the high hilly and mountainous regions of Koshi province. Gusty winds are also predicted in some areas of Koshi, Madhes, and Lumbini provinces. Tonight, the weather is expected to be partly cloudy in hilly regions and fair in the rest of the country. Over the next 24 hours, light rain with thunder and lightning may occur at one or two places in the hilly regions of Koshi and Gandaki provinces. Considering the possibility of thunderstorms in some areas of Koshi, Madhes, and Lumbini provinces and their potential impact on daily life, the Department has advised people to take necessary precautions in those areas.