Islamabad, April 15, 2025 — The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather advisory predicting thunderstorms in various districts of Punjab on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
While most areas in Punjab are expected to experience hot and dry conditions during the day, the evening and night hours may bring thunderstorms, strong winds, and even hail in several regions.
According to PMD officials, southern districts of Punjab are likely to face very hot temperatures, with the possibility of gusty winds during the afternoon. However, a change in weather is expected later in the day as a shallow westerly wave approaches the upper parts of the country. This system, combined with prevailing continental air, is forecast to impact northern and central Punjab from the evening of April 16 through April 20.
The PMD has specifically highlighted that areas including Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mianwali, Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, and Kasur may witness dust and thunderstorms during the evening or nighttime. In some locations, these thunderstorms could be accompanied by hail, which may pose risks to crops and property.
Murree, Galliyat, and parts of Kashmir are also expected to receive rain, wind, and thunderstorms under the influence of the incoming westerly wave. The PMD has advised citizens and local authorities to remain cautious and prepared for sudden weather changes, particularly in vulnerable areas of Punjab.
Tuesday’s weather remained mostly dry across Punjab and Kashmir, with no significant weather activity reported. However, residents are urged to take precautions on Wednesday as the approaching weather system may intensify.
This active weather pattern could bring temporary relief from the heat in several districts of Punjab, but it also raises the risk of localized flooding, hail damage, and travel disruptions. The PMD continues to monitor the situation closely and will issue updates as necessary to ensure public safety across Punjab.
In summary, people in Punjab should brace for potential thunderstorms and weather fluctuations this week, especially during the evening and night hours starting Wednesday.