Islamabad, January 31, 2025 – Residents of Islamabad can expect a slight relief from the ongoing cold spell, as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts a gradual ease in cold conditions over the next 72 hours.
The temperatures in Islamabad and its surroundings are expected to remain stable, with minimum readings fluctuating between 5°C and 6°C until Sunday, February 2, 2025.
The PMD predicts that Islamabad will experience cold and partly cloudy weather on Friday, January 31, 2025. Similar conditions will persist on Saturday, February 1, 2025, with partly cloudy skies and chilly temperatures in Islamabad and nearby regions. No significant rainfall is expected in Islamabad during this period, making outdoor activities feasible with proper winter attire.
At a national level, the PMD has reported that a westerly wave is currently influencing the upper regions of the country, which may result in some weather variations. However, Islamabad is expected to remain largely dry with only intermittent cloud cover.
Weather Outlook for Pakistan
Friday, January 31, 2025: Cold and dry weather is likely to prevail across most plain areas of Pakistan. However, partly cloudy skies with light rain or snowfall may occur at isolated locations in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir, particularly during nighttime hours. Islamabad, though, is forecasted to remain dry with moderate cold conditions.
Saturday, February 1, 2025: Most regions of the country will continue to experience cold and dry conditions. However, northeast Punjab, parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and nearby hilly areas may witness light rain or snowfall. Islamabad and its surrounding regions are expected to maintain similar weather patterns, with cold temperatures and minimal cloud cover.
Past 24-Hour Weather Summary
Cold and dry weather dominated most areas of Pakistan, with particularly harsh conditions observed in hilly regions. Light rain was recorded at a few locations in Gilgit-Baltistan.
Rainfall Data (mm):
• Gilgit-Baltistan: Bagrote received 2mm of rain.
Lowest Recorded Temperatures (°C):
• Leh: -9
• Kalat: -8
• Gupis: -7
• Kalam: -6
• Skardu: -5
• Quetta, Bagrote: -4
• Malam Jabba, Astore, Parachinar: -3
Islamabad residents can expect consistent yet manageable cold conditions, with temperatures remaining within a moderate range over the coming days.