Most parts of Pakistan are expected to experience dry weather, while Murree, Galiyat, Sialkot and Narowal may receive light rain or thunderstorms.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast predominantly dry weather across Pakistan on Thursday and Friday, with chances of drizzle, thunderstorms and snowfall in selected northern areas.

According to the PMD’s national weather forecast issued on 29 October 2026, a shallow westerly wave is affecting the country’s northern regions, while continental air prevails over most parts of Pakistan.

In Punjab, dry weather is expected across most districts on Thursday. However, partly cloudy conditions with drizzle or thunderstorms may develop in Murree, Galiyat, Narowal, Sialkot and adjoining areas during the night.

On Friday, similar conditions are forecast in these areas, with light rain, drizzle or thunderstorms possible during the morning and night.

Across the country, most regions are expected to remain dry on Thursday and Friday. Northern areas are likely to experience partly cloudy skies and cold conditions during the morning and night.

The PMD has forecast partly cloudy weather accompanied by light rain or thunderstorms in Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan on Thursday, with light snowfall possible over the hills.

On Friday, partly cloudy conditions with light rain, thunderstorms or snowfall are expected in Gilgit-Baltistan.

The department said dry weather prevailed over most parts of the country during the previous 24 hours, while northern areas experienced cold conditions.

The lowest minimum temperature recorded was minus 4 degrees Celsius in Leh. Ziarat and Skardu recorded minimum temperatures of 1 degree Celsius each.

Residents and travellers visiting northern and hilly areas should remain mindful of changing weather conditions, particularly the possibility of rain and snowfall.