Islamabad, October 6, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast for Monday, October 7, 2024, predicting varied weather conditions across the country.
Northern and northwestern regions are expected to witness rain-windstorms, thunderstorms, and isolated hailstorms, while central and southern areas will likely remain hot and dry.
Regional Forecast
According to the PMD, rain-windstorms and thunderstorms are forecast for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, upper Punjab, and parts of northwestern Balochistan. Some of these areas may experience isolated hailstorms, especially in mountainous regions.
Heavy rainfall is likely in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan, with potential for localized flooding in vulnerable areas. Meanwhile, southern Punjab, Sindh, and central Balochistan will continue to experience hot and dry conditions, maintaining elevated temperatures.
Synoptic Situation
The weather department attributes this changing weather pattern to the presence of a shallow westerly wave that is currently affecting western and northern parts of Pakistan. This system is expected to strengthen by Monday, October 7, 2024, leading to more pronounced weather activity in the northern regions of the country.
Weather for Sunday, October 6, 2024
On Sunday, hot and dry weather will dominate most of Pakistan. However, isolated rain and thunderstorms may develop over Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir, particularly in the evening and night hours.
Past 24-Hour Report
In the past 24 hours, rain and thunderstorms were observed in Islamabad, upper and central Punjab, Kashmir, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan. The heaviest rainfall was recorded in Rawalpindi, with Chaklala receiving 49 mm of rain, while Islamabad’s city center saw 36 mm.
Other notable rainfall figures include:
• Punjab: Jhelum (35 mm), Murree (25 mm), Sialkot (23 mm)
• Kashmir: Muzaffarabad (47 mm), Garhi Dupatta (19 mm)
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Balakot (44 mm), Peshawar (27 mm), Malam Jabba (34 mm)
• Gilgit-Baltistan: Bagrote (1 mm)
Highest Temperatures
Despite the northern regions experiencing rainfall, the southern parts of the country saw extremely high temperatures. The hottest locations were:
• Nokkundi: 41°C
• Turbat, Padidan, and Dadu: 40°C
Conclusion
As the westerly system strengthens, residents in northern and mountainous areas should prepare for potential heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and hail. Travelers are advised to stay updated on road conditions and weather warnings.