Islamabad, June 26, 2025 — Residents of Islamabad are advised to prepare for potential weather disruptions, as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast thundershower in the federal capital on Friday, June 27, 2025.
According to the PMD, there is a 65% chance of rain-wind/thundershower activity in Islamabad and its surrounding areas, which could bring temporary relief from the ongoing heat but may also cause inconvenience due to flash flooding and waterlogging in low-lying areas.
The weather forecast for Thursday night also indicates similar conditions, with a 45% chance of thundershower in Islamabad, signaling the onset of an active monsoon spell in the region.
The PMD’s broader national weather advisory, in effect from June 26 to June 28, warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall that could trigger flash floods in local streams and nullahs in several regions, including Murree, Galliyat, Mansehra, Swat, and parts of Islamabad/Rawalpindi. The risk of urban flooding is particularly high in low-lying areas of Islamabad, as well as major cities such as Lahore, Gujranwala, and Peshawar.
Meteorologists attribute this spell to moist currents flowing from both the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, along with a westerly wave currently affecting large swathes of the country. The interaction of these weather systems is creating conditions favorable for intense rainfall and thundershower activity across much of Pakistan, including Islamabad.
The PMD has warned that during this wet spell, thundershowers may be accompanied by strong winds, lightning, and isolated heavy falls. Such conditions could disrupt daily life, particularly for commuters and residents in vulnerable housing. Weak structures, including rooftops of Kacha houses, electric poles, billboards, and solar panels, may be at risk of damage.
In the last 24 hours, Islamabad received moderate rainfall, with Bokra recording 35 mm, Golra 29 mm, and Zero Point 23 mm. These showers are part of the widespread rain system that also affected Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and northeastern Balochistan.
Looking ahead, Islamabad is expected to remain under the influence of the ongoing monsoon pattern at least through the weekend. Authorities have urged citizens to stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel during heavy showers, and report any emergencies related to flooding or infrastructure damage.