Islamabad, November 28, 2025 – A strong cold wave has gripped several regions of Pakistan as temperatures continue to dip sharply, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported on Friday. Skardu recorded the lowest temperature at –11°C, making it the coldest location in the country during the past 24 hours.
According to PMD data, several northern and western areas remained under intense cold conditions, with sub-zero temperatures recorded in Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan’s highlands, and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The ongoing weather pattern is driven by the dominance of continental air, resulting in clear skies, dry conditions, and rapid cooling during nighttime.
Lowest Minimum Temperatures Recorded (°C)
| City/Region | Temperature (°C) |
| Skardu | -11°C |
| Leh | -09°C |
| Gilgit | -06°C |
| Ziarat | -04°C |
| Babusar | -04°C |
| Gopis | -04°C |
| Kalat | -04°C |
| Astore | -03°C |
| Quetta | -02°C |
Synoptic Situation
PMD said that most parts of the country will remain under the influence of cold and dry continental air, contributing to chilly mornings and nights across northern regions and hilly terrain.
Friday Forecast
• Cold and dry weather expected across most of Pakistan.
• Very cold conditions likely in hilly areas during nighttime.
• Smog and patches of fog may develop over the plains of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during night hours.
Saturday Forecast
• Cold and dry conditions will persist nationwide.
• Hilly regions may experience very cold weather during morning and night hours.
• Smog/fog likely to affect Punjab and KP plains during early morning and nighttime.
Weather Outlook
The PMD has warned that day and night temperatures may drop further across northern areas in the coming days. Foggy conditions over Punjab and KP plains are expected to intensify gradually, potentially disrupting road and air travel.
Past 24-Hour Weather
Cold and dry weather dominated most regions, while hilly areas experienced very cold conditions. Smog, along with patches of fog, persisted in parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.