Islamabad, February 9, 2026 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a detailed weather advisory, forecasting widespread snowfall across northern and hilly regions of Pakistan on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, due to an active westerly weather system affecting the upper parts of the country.
The department has warned that snowfall, rain, and thunderstorms could lead to slippery roads, traffic disruptions, and possible landslides, particularly in vulnerable mountainous areas.
🌨️ Snowfall Alert: Areas Likely to Receive Snow on February 10
According to PMD, snowfall is expected from the night of February 9 through February 10 in the following regions:
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Naran
• Kaghan
• Dir
• Swat
• Kalam
• Chitral
• Kohistan
• Mansehra
• Abbottabad
• Shangla
Gilgit-Baltistan
• Astore
• Hunza
• Skardu
Punjab & Islamabad Region
• Murree
• Galliyat
Azad Jammu & Kashmir
• Neelum Valley
• Bagh
• Poonch
• Haveli
⚠️ Travel Advisory: Tourists and commuters are advised to remain cautious, avoid unnecessary travel to high-altitude areas, and stay updated with the latest traffic and weather advisories.
⚠️ Landslide Risk in Mountainous Regions
PMD has also cautioned that landslides may occur in vulnerable areas of upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir during the spell of rain and snowfall. Residents living near slopes and mountainous terrain should take preventive safety measures.
🌬️ Synoptic Situation
A westerly wave is currently affecting the western parts of Pakistan and is expected to persist over the upper regions till Tuesday, bringing rain, snowfall, and cold winds.
📅 Detailed Weather Forecast
Monday (February 9)
• Cloudy conditions with light to moderate rain
• Light snowfall over hills in:
o Northeastern Balochistan
o Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
o Gilgit-Baltistan
o Kashmir
o Pothohar region
o Central Punjab
• Isolated hailstorms may occur.
Tuesday (February 10)
• Light to moderate rain, winds, and thunderstorms
• Snowfall over hills in:
o Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
o Gilgit-Baltistan
o Kashmir
o Pothohar region
• Dry weather expected in most southern and central parts of the country.
🌡️ Past 24-Hour Weather Summary
Cold and dry conditions prevailed across most regions, with very cold weather in upper hilly areas. Light rainfall was recorded at isolated locations in northeastern Balochistan.
Rainfall (mm)
• Quetta: 06 mm
• Dal Bandin: 01 mm
Lowest Recorded Temperatures (°C)
• Leh: -09°C
• Astore: -07°C
• Kalam: -05°C
• Gupis, Malam Jabba, Skardu: -03°C