Islamabad, September 13, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued its weather forecast for today, highlighting a significant shift in conditions for various parts of the country.
According to the PMD, a westerly wave is currently affecting the upper regions of Pakistan, and it is expected to impact the upper, western, and central areas from the evening onward. Moist air currents from the Arabian Sea are also making their way toward the northern regions, contributing to the likelihood of rain and thunderstorms.
Today’s Weather – September 13, 2024:
The PMD has predicted rain accompanied by windstorms and thunderstorms for multiple regions in Pakistan, particularly in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, Pothohar, upper Punjab, Kashmir, northern Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan. These areas are expected to experience the brunt of the westerly wave by evening or night. There is also a possibility of heavy rainfall and hailstorms in isolated parts of upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and the Pothohar region during the same period.
In contrast, southern regions of Pakistan are likely to experience hot and dry weather throughout the day. Cities like Karachi, Hyderabad, and parts of Sindh and southern Punjab are expected to remain under the influence of this dry spell, offering no respite from the heat.
Forecast for Tomorrow – September 14, 2024:
Looking ahead, the weather pattern is predicted to continue into Saturday, September 14. Rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms are expected again in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, the Pothohar region, upper Punjab, Kashmir, northern Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan during the evening or night. Similar to today, there could be heavy downpours and isolated hailstorms in parts of upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and the Pothohar region. Dry weather is forecasted to persist in the southern regions of the country.
Weather Over the Past 24 Hours:
The past day has seen hot and dry conditions dominate much of Pakistan. However, some regions did experience isolated rain and thunderstorms, particularly in Islamabad, the Pothohar region, and northeastern Punjab. Notable rainfall figures include Islamabad, where Zero Point received 27 mm and Saidpur recorded 10 mm of rain, while Rawalpindi’s Shamsabad saw 24 mm and Chaklala recorded 5 mm. Other areas like Narowal and Gujranwala received lesser amounts, with 7 mm and 1 mm, respectively.
The hottest temperatures recorded yesterday were in Turbat (43°C), followed by Sibbi (42°C), and Dadu (41°C).
