Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rain and thunderstorms across several regions of the country on Monday, March 30, bringing relief from rising temperatures but also raising concerns about flash floods and infrastructure damage.
According to the latest advisory, widespread rain accompanied by wind and thunderstorms is expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, upper and central Punjab, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. Isolated rainfall is also likely in northeast Balochistan and southern Punjab. The PMD has warned that some areas may experience heavy downpours and isolated hailstorms during this period.
For Sunday night, scattered rain and thunderstorms are predicted in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Islamabad, northeast Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir, while southern Punjab and southeast Sindh may receive rainfall at isolated locations.
Flash Flood and Damage Warnings
The PMD has issued a warning regarding possible flash floods in local streams and nullahs of northeast Balochistan on the evening of March 29. Similar risks are expected in upper and central Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Kashmir from Sunday night through March 30. Authorities have also cautioned that strong winds, hailstorms, and lightning could damage vulnerable infrastructure, including electric poles, billboards, and solar panels.
Weather System Behind the Forecast
Meteorologists attribute the unsettled weather to a westerly wave currently affecting upper and central parts of Pakistan, which is expected to persist until the morning of March 31. Additionally, a shallow westerly trough is influencing parts of Sindh, contributing to changing weather conditions in the southern region.
Past 24-Hour Weather Overview
During the past 24 hours, rain and thunderstorms were recorded at multiple locations in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and northern Balochistan. Cities such as Murree, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, and Rawalakot experienced moderate to heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, most other regions remained dry with partly cloudy conditions.
The highest temperatures were recorded in Shaheed Benazirabad, Padidan, Mithi, and Larkana, reaching up to 37°C, followed by Sukkur and Chhor at 36°C.
Outlook
The ongoing weather system is expected to bring intermittent rainfall across the country over the next two days, offering temporary relief from heat but posing risks in vulnerable areas. Citizens are advised to stay updated with official weather alerts and take precautionary measures during heavy storms.