Karachi, September 26, 2024 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast for thundershowers in several regions of Pakistan on Friday, September 27, 2024.
According to the department, rain accompanied by windstorms and thunderstorms is expected to impact various areas, particularly in the northern and upper parts of the country.
The PMD’s detailed weather advisory indicates that regions including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Potohar region, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, upper Punjab, and Kashmir are likely to experience significant rainfall. There is also a possibility of isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Potohar region, Islamabad, and parts of Kashmir. Despite the rainy forecast for these areas, hot and humid conditions will persist in the rest of the country, especially in the southern regions.
The synoptic situation described by the PMD suggests that moist currents from the Bay of Bengal are entering the upper parts of Pakistan. Additionally, a westerly wave is expected to affect these regions from Thursday night, further intensifying the likelihood of thundershowers on Friday.
For Thursday, September 26, hot and humid weather will dominate most areas of Pakistan. However, isolated rain and thunderstorms are anticipated in specific regions, including Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Potohar region, Islamabad, and parts of northeastern Punjab. There is also a chance of heavy rainfall and hailstorms in these areas during the day.
In the past 24 hours, the weather has remained primarily hot and humid across much of the country, with a few regions experiencing some rainfall. Notably, Murree recorded 4mm of rain, offering some respite from the heat. The highest temperatures in the country were recorded in Nokkundi, where the mercury soared to 43°C, followed closely by Dadu, Dalbandin, Shaheed Benazirabad, Mohenjo Daro, and Rohri, all of which experienced highs of 42°C.
As the weekend approaches, the PMD advises people in the affected regions to remain alert to changing weather conditions, particularly those living in areas prone to heavy rainfall and hailstorms. Travelers and commuters are also urged to stay informed about road conditions, as rain and windstorms may cause temporary disruptions.
This weather pattern is part of the seasonal transition period, where monsoon moisture interacts with cooler air masses, often resulting in storms and unstable weather, especially in northern parts of Pakistan.
