Islamabad, March 11, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning that air pollutants originating from Iran could move into western Pakistan due to prevailing wind patterns, potentially worsening air quality in several regions.
In an official communication released on Wednesday, the PMD said the current atmospheric conditions may transport pollutants from Iran toward Pakistan’s western areas, raising concerns about environmental and public health impacts.
“Due to the recent situation in Iran, winds may carry pollutants and deteriorate air quality in the western parts of the country,” the department stated.
Synoptic Situation
According to the PMD, a westerly weather system is currently affecting the western and upper parts of Pakistan. The system is expected to remain active in the northern and upper regions until Thursday, bringing clouds, rainfall, and thunderstorms in several areas.
Weather Forecast for Wednesday
Cloudy weather with rain, gusty winds, and thunderstorms is expected in:
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Gilgit-Baltistan
• Azad Kashmir
• Islamabad
• Pothohar Plateau
The PMD has also warned that isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms may occur during this period.
Meanwhile, light rain and thunderstorms are likely at a few locations in northeast Balochistan.
Weather Forecast for Thursday
For Thursday, partly cloudy conditions are expected across upper parts of the country. However, isolated rain-wind thunderstorms may still occur in:
• Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Gilgit-Baltistan
• Azad Kashmir
• Islamabad
• Pothohar Plateau
Isolated hailstorms are also possible in these regions.
Weather in the Past 24 Hours
During the past 24 hours, rain, thunderstorms, and isolated hailstorms were reported in several northern regions including:
• Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Gilgit-Baltistan
• Azad Kashmir
• Islamabad
• Pothohar Plateau
Most other parts of Pakistan remained dry, while the southern regions experienced hot weather.
Recorded Rainfall (mm)
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:
Pattan 74, Malam Jabba 60, Kakul 36, Saidu Sharif 22, Balakot 20, Chitral 11, Parachinar 10, Kalam 9, Dir (Lower 8, Upper 6), Mir Khani 4, Drosh 2, Bacha Khan Airport 1, Takht Bai 1, Peshawar Airport 1.
Azad Kashmir:
Muzaffarabad (City 19, Airport 15), Garhi Dopatta 7, Rawalakot 6.
Gilgit-Baltistan:
Astore 17, Bunji 10, Gilgit 9, Skardu 7, Bagrote 6, Chilas 5, Gupis 1.
Punjab:
Attock 10, Chakwal 10, Murree 6, Islamabad (Saidpur 3, Bokra 1), Mangla 2, Rawalpindi (Gawalmandi 1).
Highest Temperatures Recorded
The highest temperatures recorded in Pakistan on Wednesday were:
• Mithi: 40°C
• Chhor: 40°C
• Hyderabad: 39°C
• Tando Jam: 39°C
• Shaheed Benazirabad: 38°C
Meteorologists have advised authorities and residents in western Pakistan to stay alert for potential air quality deterioration if pollutant-laden winds move eastward from Iran.