Islamabad, March 31, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide weather alert warning of thunderstorms, strong winds, and hailstorms expected to impact multiple regions of Pakistan from April 1 to April 4.
According to the Met Office, a westerly weather system is set to enter southwestern Balochistan on April 1 evening and will gradually spread across the country, bringing widespread rain and unstable weather conditions.
🌧️ Check Your City – Weather Forecast
🔹 Balochistan
Cities including Quetta, Gwadar, Turbat, Khuzdar, Chaman, and Ziarat are expected to experience rain, thunderstorms, and isolated hailstorms from April 1 to April 4. Coastal areas such as Pasni and Ormara may also receive heavy showers.
🔹 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Rain with thunderstorms and snowfall over mountainous regions is forecast for Peshawar, Swat, Chitral, Abbottabad, and Mansehra. Isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms are also likely.
🔹 Punjab & Islamabad
Major cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Multan, and Sialkot are expected to receive rain-wind/thunderstorms with chances of hailstorms between April 1 night and April 4. Heavy rainfall is particularly expected in Dera Ghazi Khan.
🔹 Gilgit-Baltistan & Kashmir
Areas such as Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir will see rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall in mountainous areas, with isolated heavy falls and hailstorms.
🔹 Sindh
Cities including Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, and Tharparkar are likely to experience rain and thunderstorms with possible hailstorms from April 2 to April 4.
⚠️ Possible Impacts & Alerts
The PMD has warned of several weather-related risks:
• Flash floods may occur in northeastern Balochistan and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to heavy rainfall.
• Landslides are possible in upper regions including KP, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir.
• Windstorms and lightning could damage weak structures such as electric poles, billboards, and solar panels.
• Agricultural losses are expected as hailstorms may damage standing crops in Punjab, KP, and Sindh.
• Temperature drop is likely during the forecast period, bringing cooler conditions nationwide.
🧭 Advisory for Public & Travelers
Authorities have urged citizens to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel, especially in hilly and flood-prone areas. Farmers are advised to take precautionary measures to protect crops, while tourists should stay updated with local weather advisories.
The PMD has also directed all relevant departments to stay “vigilant” and ensure preparedness to handle any emergency situation.
📊 Outlook
Weather experts indicate that the current system may persist beyond April 4, suggesting continued instability. Further updates will be issued as the system develops.
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