The Met Office warns of rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and isolated hailstorms over Islamabad and surrounding areas, cautioning that severe weather could damage property and crops.
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain, windstorms, thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms in Islamabad and surrounding areas on Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11, 2026.
According to the weather advisory issued by the PMD’s National Weather Forecasting Centre on Saturday at 10:30am PST, partly cloudy conditions are expected in the federal capital over the weekend, accompanied by intermittent rain and thunderstorms.
The department said a westerly wave was affecting most upper and central parts of the country, bringing the likelihood of unsettled weather to Islamabad and several other regions.
PMD Issues Warning Over Possible Damage
The Met Office warned that strong winds, hailstorms and lightning could damage weak structures, including roofs and walls of mud houses, electric poles, billboards, vehicles and solar panels.
Standing crops could also be affected during the forecast period, the department cautioned.
Residents are advised to remain alert to changing weather conditions and take precautions to protect vulnerable property and outdoor equipment.
Rain Expected Across Upper and Central Pakistan
The PMD has forecast rain, wind and thunderstorms on Saturday and Sunday in upper and central Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Islamabad.
Isolated hailstorms and heavy rainfall are also likely in some locations during the period.
In contrast, dry and hot weather is expected to prevail across the southern parts of the country.
Temperatures Remain High in Southern Areas
The PMD reported that dry weather prevailed over most parts of Pakistan during the preceding 24 hours.
Dadu recorded the highest maximum temperature at 43°C, followed by Sibbi and Sakrand at 41°C each. Nokkundi recorded a maximum temperature of 40°C.
The forecast indicates a contrast between unsettled conditions across northern and central regions and continued hot, dry weather in the south.