The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts substantial rain and snowfall in Pakistan from January 31 to February 04. This is due to a westerly wave influencing the country, and this weather pattern is expected to continue until February 04.
Due to this weather system, there's a possibility of on-and-off rain and snowfall in various regions of the country, especially in mountainous areas.
Balochistan: Expect rain with occasional heavy falls and snowfall over hills in various areas like Nokkundi, Dalbandin, Chagi, Kalat, Khuzdar, and more on February 2nd and 3rd.
Gilgit Baltistan/Kashmir: Moderate to heavy rain and snowfall forecasted in regions including Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir from January 31st to February 4th, with occasional breaks.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Anticipate moderate to heavy rain and snowfall in regions such as Chitral, Dir, Swat, Peshawar, and more from January 31st to February 4th, with occasional breaks.
Punjab/Islamabad: Expect rain with moderate to heavy rain/snow in Murree and Galliyat on January 31st and February 1st, and on February 3rd and 4th, with occasional breaks. Light to moderate rain expected in various areas from January 31st to February 4th.
Sindh: Look for light to moderate rain in cities like Sukkur, Larkana, Karachi, and others on February 2nd and 3rd, while other parts may experience cold and partly cloudy weather.
Possible Impacts and Advisories:
- Heavy rainfall may lead to flash flooding in certain areas of Barkhan, Kohlu, Sibbi, and more on February 2nd and 3rd.
- Moderate to heavy rain/snowfall could cause landslides and road closures in regions like Murree, Galliyat, Naran, Kaghan, and others on January 31st and February 1st.
- Tourists are advised to be cautious during this period.
- Rain may benefit crops, especially in Barani areas of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
