On March 17, 2026, today’s weather is marked by significant variations across different regions. In the mountainous areas of the Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, light rain and snowfall are expected, accompanied by thunder and lightning at some locations.

Meanwhile, the hilly and mountainous regions of Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces are anticipated to experience generally cloudy conditions. This diverse weather pattern highlights the complexity of atmospheric conditions affecting the region.

In Delhi, unusually warm, early summer-like conditions are forecasted, with temperatures ranging from 20 to 32 degrees Celsius above normal. This stark contrast in weather is particularly notable as the city prepares for the warmer months ahead.

Across the northern and central regions, daytime temperatures are expected to remain between 19 and 36 degrees Celsius, showcasing a broad spectrum of warmth throughout the area. In contrast, light snowfall or rain is anticipated in the Western Himalayas, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.

Snowfall has already been reported in places like Gulmarg and Sonamarg, with Srinagar experiencing very cold temperatures. The lows are predicted to dip to around –11 degrees Celsius, while the highs will reach approximately 1 degree Celsius.

A warm front is moving northward across the Midwest, leading to wintry precipitation in some areas. The best chance of precipitation is expected from the Great Lakes into the Upper Mississippi and Tennessee valleys during the morning hours.

Expansive high pressure is set to dominate the weather for the western two-thirds of the U.S., while chilly temperatures in the 20s and 30s are likely in the Great Lakes, Ohio Valley, Appalachian Spine, northern Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast regions.

In contrast, unseasonably mild weather will prevail across the Western and Central U.S., with expected temperatures in the 60s and 70s for the Lower Mississippi Valley and Gulf Coast. Northern and Central California, along with the southern half of the Plains, may see highs in the 80s, while southern California and the Desert Southwest could experience temperatures reaching the 90s and 100s.

As St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated today, the weather conditions across various regions reflect a mix of seasonal transitions and unusual patterns. Observers are keenly watching these developments as they unfold.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact impact of these weather patterns on local events and activities.