Islamabad, April 4, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast that Islamabad will remain under the influence of thunderstorms and rain-wind activity over the next 24 hours, with chances of isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms.
According to the latest advisory, the weather in Islamabad on Sunday is expected to remain partly cloudy, with rain and thunderstorms likely during the afternoon. The probability of precipitation stands at around 30 percent. On Saturday night, however, more intense activity is expected, including intermittent rain, gusty winds, and thunderstorms. The PMD has also warned that isolated heavy downpours and hailstorms may occur during this period.
At the national level, the weather department has issued multiple warnings due to the ongoing spell. Heavy rainfall may trigger landslides and flash floods in vulnerable regions such as Kashmir, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and the Murree-Galiyat area. Additionally, strong windstorms, lightning, and hail may damage weak infrastructure, including electric poles, billboards, and solar panels. Standing crops in parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are also at risk of damage.
The current weather pattern is being driven by a strong westerly wave affecting the upper parts of the country, which is expected to persist through Sunday. As a result, widespread rain-wind thunderstorms are forecast in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, upper Punjab, Islamabad, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms are also likely in these regions.
Despite the active weather in northern areas, most other parts of the country are expected to remain dry. On Sunday, conditions are likely to improve nationwide, with mainly dry weather prevailing. However, isolated rain-thunderstorm activity may still occur in parts of north and west Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and adjoining hilly regions during the afternoon or evening.
Over the past 24 hours, widespread rain and thunderstorms were recorded across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Punjab, upper Sindh, northern Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Several areas also experienced heavy rainfall and hailstorms. In Islamabad, Saidpur Village recorded 39mm of rain, while the city received 35mm.
Authorities have advised citizens to remain cautious, avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather, and take preventive measures to minimize potential risks associated with thunderstorms and heavy rainfall.