Islamabad, December 27, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cold and cloudy weather with light rain for Islamabad today, December 27, 2024. Residents of the capital city can expect a chilly day accompanied by occasional drizzle in some areas.
According to the PMD, the weather in Islamabad and its surroundings will remain predominantly cold and cloudy, with intermittent light rain or drizzle throughout Friday. The forecast predicts that the ongoing westerly wave will impact the region, bringing moisture and lower temperatures.
For Saturday, December 28, 2024, the PMD expects Islamabad to experience even colder weather, especially during the morning and night hours. Frost is likely to form in certain parts of the city during the early hours, signaling a significant drop in temperature. Residents are advised to take precautions against the cold, particularly during the night.
Synoptic Situation
A westerly wave is currently influencing the northeastern parts of the country, including Islamabad. This system is responsible for the cloudy conditions and light rain expected in the capital.
Friday’s Forecast
While Islamabad is set to experience cold, cloudy weather, similar conditions are expected across the northern regions of Pakistan. Light rain or snowfall is predicted at isolated locations in Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, northeast Punjab, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Murree. Plains of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and upper Sindh are likely to witness smog or moderate to dense fog during nighttime.
Saturday’s Forecast
Saturday’s weather will remain cold and dry across most of Pakistan. In Islamabad, frosty conditions could develop in the early morning due to plunging temperatures. Hilly areas across the country will remain very cold, and the fog situation in plain regions is expected to persist.
Recent Weather Highlights
The past 24 hours saw cold and dry weather dominating most of the country, with hilly areas experiencing very cold conditions. Fog and smog continued to disrupt visibility in plain regions of Punjab and Sindh.
Today’s Lowest Temperatures
Islamabad may not have recorded freezing conditions, but other areas like Skardu (-13°C), Leh (-12°C), and Gupis (-09°C) faced extreme cold. Nearby regions, including Murree, also experienced chilling weather, underscoring the influence of the cold wave.
Residents of Islamabad are urged to dress warmly and take precautions during this cold spell, especially when venturing outdoors during the night or early morning.