Islamabad, June 19, 2025 – Pakistan is poised to welcome much-needed pre-monsoon rainfall as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued an alert predicting widespread wet weather from June 20, 2025.
The PMD reported that moist currents from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea are beginning to penetrate the upper and central regions of the country, while a westerly wave is likely to affect the upper areas around the same time.
Under the influence of this developing monsoon system, various parts of Pakistan are expected to experience dust storms, rain-wind, and thundershowers—some of which may be accompanied by isolated heavy falls or hailstorms.
From June 20 to 23, pre-monsoon showers are anticipated in regions including Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galliyat, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Lahore, Faisalabad, and several adjoining areas across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. Meanwhile, areas such as Zhob, Barkhan, Kalat, and parts of south Punjab, including Multan and Bahawalpur, will receive rainfall from June 21 to 23. In Sindh, cities like Sukkur, Larkana, Dadu, and Jacobabad can expect showers from June 22 to 24.
The PMD highlighted several potential impacts of the pre-monsoon activity across Pakistan:
• Windstorms and lightning may damage vulnerable structures such as electric poles, solar panels, and trees.
• The intense heatwave conditions currently prevailing in many parts of the country are expected to gradually ease as monsoon rains advance.
• Farmers across Pakistan are strongly advised to adjust their agricultural plans in light of the upcoming rains to protect their crops and equipment.
• Urban flooding is possible in major cities including Lahore, Gujranwala, and Islamabad/Rawalpindi, due to the accumulation of rainwater.
• Travelers, tourists, and the general public should remain cautious and plan ahead to avoid disruptions during the rainy spell.
Pakistan’s pre-monsoon spell not only marks the seasonal shift but also offers some respite from the scorching summer heat. The PMD urged all provincial and local authorities to remain on high alert and take proactive measures to prevent any emergency situations.
This wave of pre-monsoon rain is the first sign of the full monsoon season approaching Pakistan, and it brings both challenges and relief across the country.