Draped in clouds, Islamabad welcomes mild weather chill

Weather Forecast Thundershowers

Islamabad, February 4, 2025 – Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, is expected to experience pleasant weather on the public holiday marking Kashmir Day on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast that the minimum temperature in Islamabad will range between 4°C and 6°C.

The PMD stated that cold and partly cloudy weather is expected in Islamabad and its surroundings on Wednesday, with no significant rainfall anticipated. However, light rain, wind, or thunderstorms may develop in isolated areas during the night hours on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, with a probability of 25%.

Islamabad remains a hub for citizens and tourists, given its strategic location that connects major tourist destinations in Pakistan. The capital city, known for its scenic beauty and lush green landscapes, is expected to witness increased public activity due to the holiday. Many residents are likely to visit recreational spots such as Daman-e-Koh, Pir Sohawa, and Rawal Lake to enjoy the relatively mild winter weather.

National Weather Overview

A westerly wave is currently affecting the northwestern parts of the country and is expected to persist in upper regions until Wednesday, according to the PMD. This weather system may bring scattered precipitation to some areas, particularly in the northern and western highlands.

Tuesday, February 4, 2025:

• Mainly cold and dry weather is expected in most parts of the country.

• Light rain, wind, or thunderstorms (with light snowfall over the mountains) are likely at isolated places in Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and northeast Punjab.

Wednesday, February 5, 2025:

• Mainly cold and dry weather is expected across the country.

• Rain, wind, and thunderstorms (with snowfall over high-altitude regions) may occur in isolated locations of Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Murree, and Galliyat.

• Patches of shallow to moderate fog are anticipated in northeastern Punjab during the early morning hours.

Past 24-Hour Weather Report

Cold and dry conditions prevailed in most parts of the country, with very cold temperatures recorded in hilly regions. Scattered rain and snowfall occurred in parts of Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while northeastern Punjab experienced moderate fog.

Rainfall (mm):

• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Mir Khani (3), Chitral (2), Kalam and Drosh (1).

Snowfall (inches):

• Kalam and Chitral (1).

Today’s Lowest Minimum Temperatures (°C):

• Leh (-8), Astore, Gupis, Skardu (-7), Kalat (-6), Kalam, Bagrote (-5), Gilgit, Hunza, and Quetta (-4).

Islamabad’s weather is expected to remain favorable for outdoor activities on Kashmir Day, making it an ideal time for citizens to explore the capital’s natural beauty.