Kathmandu, Oct. 30 -- The effects of Cyclone Arnab and associated rainfall are expected to ease from Saturday afternoon, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology said.

Light rain is currently being reported in many parts of Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces, and at one or two places in Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces, according to the department.

"Although the impact is expected to gradually weaken from Saturday afternoon, people should continue to follow weather updates for their local areas," said David Dhakal, a meteorologist at the department.

Cyclone Arnab, which had been powerful in India, weakened into a strong low-pressure system before reaching Nepal. As a result, its effects in the country, includin...