Islamabad, March 6, 2024 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast indicating the likelihood of thunderstorms in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) and Punjab on Thursday, March 7, 2024.
According to the PMD’s weather forecast for Thursday, March 7, 2024, cloudy weather with light rain, wind, and thunderstorms (with light snowfall over hills) is anticipated at isolated places in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), upper Punjab, Gilgit Baltistan, Kashmir, and adjoining hilly areas. Cold and dry weather is expected elsewhere in the country, while very cold conditions are forecasted for northern Balochistan.
The weather on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, is expected to be cloudy with light rain, wind, and thunderstorms (with light snowfall over hills) at isolated places in north and southwest Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, upper Punjab, Gilgit Baltistan, Kashmir, and adjoining hilly areas. Cold and dry weather is expected in other parts of the country, with very cold conditions in northern regions.
The PMD highlighted the prevailing synoptic situation, noting that continental air is dominating most parts of the country. A weak westerly wave is affecting northern parts of Balochistan and western areas, extending into the upper parts from tonight and likely to persist until tomorrow (Thursday).
Over the past 24 hours, cold and dry weather prevailed in most parts of the country, with very cold conditions in the upper regions. Rainfall occurred at isolated places in north and southwest Balochistan and upper Sindh, with recorded amounts of 6mm in Panjgur, 6mm in Quetta (Samungli and City), and 1mm in Gwadar.
The recorded lowest minimum temperatures in various locations were as follows (°C): Kalam -12, Leh -11, Astore, Gupis -06, Kalat -05, Chitral -03, Bagrote, Dir, Drosh, Mirkhani, Rawalakot, and Skardu -02.
As the weather dynamics shift, residents in the affected areas are advised to stay updated on the latest weather forecasts and take necessary precautions. The PMD’s continuous monitoring and timely dissemination of weather information contribute to public safety and preparedness in the face of changing meteorological conditions.