Continental air is prevailing across Pakistan, with mainly dry conditions expected nationwide and colder nights and mornings in northern areas.

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast dry weather in Islamabad and surrounding areas on Thursday and Friday, 22 and 23 October 2026.

According to the PMD’s National Weather Forecasting Centre in Islamabad, the forecast issued at 10:30am Pakistan Standard Time on Thursday indicates that dry conditions are likely to persist across most parts of the country over the next two days.

The department said continental air is prevailing over most parts of Pakistan, contributing to the predominantly dry weather.

On Thursday, mainly dry weather is expected across the country, while northern areas are likely to experience cold conditions during the night.

Similar conditions are forecast for Friday, with most regions expected to remain dry. Northern parts of the country are likely to experience colder conditions during the morning and night hours.

The PMD reported that dry weather prevailed across most parts of Pakistan during the preceding 24 hours, while northern areas experienced cold conditions at night and in the morning.

Meanwhile, Mithi recorded the highest maximum temperature at 41°C on Wednesday. Thatta, Hyderabad and Lasbela each recorded a maximum temperature of 40°C.

The forecast suggests that dry conditions will continue across much of the country, although colder weather is expected in northern areas during the cooler parts of the day.