Islamabad, August 16, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a fresh alert warning of intense weather activity across the country as strong monsoon currents continue to penetrate Pakistan.
Starting from August 17, 2025, widespread rains accompanied by thunderstorms are expected in multiple provinces, with heavy to very heavy downpours likely in several vulnerable districts.
According to the PMD, strong monsoon currents from both the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal are feeding into the weather system. A Low-Pressure Area (LPA) over the Bay of Bengal is forecast to move westward from August 17, further intensifying this activity. At the same time, a westerly wave is present over northern parts of the country, increasing the likelihood of prolonged rainy spells.
Regional Forecasts
Kashmir & Gilgit-Baltistan: From August 17 to 19, widespread rain-wind/thundershowers with scattered heavy to very heavy falls are expected in Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Poonch, Rawalakot, and multiple valleys of Gilgit-Baltistan, including Skardu, Hunza, and Astore.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Heavy rainfall is forecast for Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mardan, Swabi, and southern districts including Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, and D.I. Khan.
Punjab & Islamabad: From August 17 to 19, heavy rains will lash Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Murree, Attock, Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, and Faisalabad, with scattered showers extending to Multan, Bahawalpur, and Rahim Yar Khan between August 18 and 20.
Sindh: The province will be under prolonged wet conditions from August 17 to 22, with Karachi, Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, Sukkur, Larkana, and Tharparkar expecting heavy downpours and possible urban flooding.
Balochistan: Zhob, Khuzdar, Gwadar, Panjgur, and surrounding districts are likely to witness rain-wind/thundershowers from August 17 to 21, with some areas at risk of flash flooding.
Potential Impacts
The PMD has cautioned that torrential rains may generate flash floods in local nullahs and streams in Chitral, Swat, Shangla, Abbottabad, Murree, Rawalpindi, and parts of northeast Punjab and Kashmir between August 17 and 19. Hill torrents in D.G. Khan and eastern Balochistan may also overflow between August 18 and 21.
Urban flooding is a major concern for low-lying areas of Karachi, Hyderabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Peshawar, and Rawalpindi during the forecast period. Landslides and mudslides may disrupt traffic in hilly regions such as Murree, Galliyat, and Gilgit-Baltistan. In addition, windstorms and lightning could damage vulnerable structures, including rooftops of mud houses, electric poles, and billboards.
Advisory
The PMD has advised the public, travelers, and tourists to remain cautious, avoid unnecessary exposure to hazardous areas, and stay updated with the latest advisories. Authorities are urged to remain on high alert and ensure preparedness to minimize potential loss of life and property.
With this alert, Pakistan braces for another challenging spell of the ongoing monsoon season, underlining the need for robust disaster preparedness and timely response mechanisms.