Islamabad, December 20, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast predicting frost in Islamabad on the morning of Saturday, December 21, 2024. The city is expected to experience very cold and dry conditions overnight, with temperatures dipping significantly.
According to the PMD, the weather in Islamabad on Friday night will remain clear but cold, creating an ideal environment for frost formation in the early hours of Saturday. For Saturday, the forecast suggests cold and dry weather during the day, while partly cloudy skies are anticipated at night. Frost is likely to develop in the morning hours, particularly in open areas of Islamabad.
The PMD also noted that a shallow westerly wave is expected to affect the northern regions of Pakistan, potentially influencing the weather in Islamabad and its surrounding areas.
National Weather Overview
The broader weather forecast for Friday, December 20, 2024, indicates predominantly cold and dry conditions across most parts of the country, with very cold weather in the upper regions. Patchy fog is likely in the plains of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and upper Sindh during nighttime and early morning hours.
For Saturday, December 21, 2024, the PMD expects similar conditions nationwide. Cold and dry weather is forecast for most areas, with particularly frigid temperatures in the upper regions. Fog is likely to persist in the plains of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Sindh. Frost is expected in Islamabad, the Pothohar region, and select plains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Recent Weather Conditions
Over the past 24 hours, Islamabad and other parts of the country experienced cold and dry weather, with very cold conditions prevailing in the hilly regions. Fog persisted in some parts of Punjab, disrupting visibility in low-lying areas.
Lowest Temperatures Recorded
The coldest temperatures across Pakistan were recorded in Leh and Skardu (-12°C), followed by Gilgit (-8°C), and Kalat (-7°C). In northern regions near Islamabad, Rawalakot and Hunza reached lows of -4°C.
Residents of Islamabad are advised to prepare for frosty conditions on Saturday morning by taking precautions to protect sensitive plants, livestock, and water pipelines. The PMD also recommends motorists drive carefully due to the possibility of reduced visibility caused by fog and frost.