Widespread Rain and Thunderstorms Forecast Across Pakistan, PMD Issues Flash Flood Alert
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across various parts of the country, warning of potential flash floods, urban flooding, and landslides in vulnerable areas.
According to the PMD, moist currents from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are entering most regions of the country, while a westerly wave is impacting northern parts.
🌧️ Rainfall Expected in Multiple Regions
The PMD predicts widespread rain and thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday across:
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Azad Kashmir
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)
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Punjab
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Islamabad
Isolated rain with gusty winds is also expected in:
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Southeast Sindh
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Northeast and South Balochistan
On Friday, isolated heavy rainfalls are anticipated in upper and central Punjab, KP, Islamabad, and Azad Kashmir. Southern parts of Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan may also receive rain accompanied by strong winds.
📊 Rainfall and Temperature Highlights
In the past 24 hours, rain was reported in:
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KP: Malam Jabba (70mm), Saidu Sharif (34mm), Parachinar (23mm)
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Punjab: Kasur (63mm), Sheikhupura (50mm), Sargodha (45mm), Islamabad (Bokra 34mm), Rawalpindi (Pir Wadhai 30mm)
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Azad Kashmir: Muzaffarabad (up to 7mm), Rawalakot (1mm)
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Balochistan: Barkhan (2mm)
Highest temperatures recorded on Wednesday:
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Dalbandin: 46°C
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Sibbi, Jacobabad, Bhakkar, Bahawalpur, Dadu, Nokkundi: 45°C
⚠️ Weather Warnings and Risks
The PMD has issued alerts for:
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Flash flooding in local streams of Murree, Galliyat, Mansehra, Swat, Islamabad/Rawalpindi, and DG Khan
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Urban flooding in low-lying areas of Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Nowshera, Karachi, and Hyderabad (particularly on June 27)
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Landslides in hilly areas such as KP, Murree, Galliyat, and Azad Kashmir
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Windstorms and lightning, which may impact daily activities, weakened infrastructure, electric poles, billboards, and solar panels
🛑 Emergency Measures in Punjab
The Punjab government has heightened emergency preparedness after forecasts of 25% more rainfall than usual during this year’s monsoon season. The first rain spell is expected to continue through July 1, with strong winds and thunderstorms predicted in most districts.
🌦️ Karachi Weather Update
In Karachi, isolated light rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Friday evening. For Thursday, the city is expected to remain partly cloudy and humid.
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Maximum Temperature: 35–37°C
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Humidity: 70–80%
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Winds: Southwesterly
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Light drizzle may occur during the day
Dust storms and rainfall are also likely in Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Badin, Thatta, and Dadu districts as the westerly wave moves north.
As the monsoon season picks up across Pakistan, authorities advise the public to stay updated through official weather bulletins and take necessary precautions, especially in flood-prone or mountainous regions.
