Temporal and Spatial Variability of Climate Change Over Nepal (1976-2005)
This report presents analyses of temperature and precipitation trends in Nepal to examine the signs of climate change across geographical areas and over seasons. Monthly precipitation data from 166 stations and monthly temperature records from 44 stations for 30 years (1976- 2005) over Nepal were considered in this study. The report contains climatic maps for various ecological zones and for the whole of Nepal.
Changing Climate in a Mountain Sub-watershed in Nepal
This study identifies the indicators of changing climate at local level, particularly at sub‐watershed in the mid‐hills of Nepal. It shows that considerable warming has occurred in the study area. The average temperature has risen by 1.50 C from 21.60 C during 1978‐82 to 23.10 C during 2001‐06. Annual rainfall is fluctuating; prolonged dry periods and short but intense rainfall during rainy season are being observed in recent years.