Islamabad, December 25, 2024 – Islamabad, the vibrant capital city of Pakistan, is gearing up for frosty mornings as chilly weather conditions prevail. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the city is likely to experience cold and dry weather with the possibility of morning frost on Thursday, December 26, 2024.
The PMD has forecasted that Islamabad and its surrounding areas will witness very cold and frosty conditions during the early hours of the morning. The weather on Wednesday night is also expected to remain extremely cold and dry, marking a continuation of the current cold spell gripping Islamabad.
Synoptic Situation: The PMD reports that continental air is dominating most parts of the country, contributing to the prevailing cold and dry conditions.
Weather Forecast for Wednesday: Across the nation, cold and dry weather is expected to persist, with very cold conditions in hilly regions. Islamabad, as part of this weather pattern, will also experience similar conditions. In Punjab and upper Sindh, smog and fog patches are likely to continue in isolated plain areas.
Weather Forecast for Thursday: Thursday will bring mainly cold and dry weather to most regions of the country. Islamabad, in particular, will experience very cold mornings with frost expected in isolated areas. Additionally, hilly areas in Kashmir and adjoining regions may witness partly cloudy weather with chances of light rain or snow during the evening or night hours. Smog and fog patches are likely to persist in plain areas of Punjab and upper Sindh during morning and night hours. The Pothohar region, including Islamabad, as well as parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, are also at risk of morning frost.
Past 24 Hours Weather Summary: Over the last 24 hours, most parts of the country, including Islamabad, experienced cold and dry weather, with very cold conditions recorded in hilly areas. Smog and fog patches persisted in plain areas of Punjab and upper Sindh.
Lowest Recorded Temperatures: Notable minimum temperatures were recorded across the country, with Leh dropping to -13°C, Skardu to -11°C, and Astore and Gupis reaching -8°C. Gilgit recorded -7°C, while Quetta and Ziarat registered -6°C. Other areas, including Hunza, Bagrote, and Dir, saw temperatures plummet to -5°C. Islamabad remains notably colder than usual, adding to the frosty ambiance expected in the coming days.
Residents of Islamabad are advised to take necessary precautions, especially during the early morning hours, to avoid exposure to the freezing conditions.