ISLAMABAD: After a prolonged period of dry weather in Islamabad, the federal capital received its first rainfall, making the weather pleasant in the city and its surroundings.
As per details, the much-needed rain hit Islamabad and Rawalpindi early morning on Sunday (today).
A large number of people are expected to visit recreational spots, including Damn-i-Koh, Pir Sohawa, Lake View Park, Rawal Dam and Pakistan Monument with family to enjoy the pleasant weather.
Met Office weather forecast
The Meteorological Department stated that the spell of rain may continue intermittently, and strong winds may blow in Islamabad and other areas. Citizens have been advised to take precautionary measures.
According to the department, under the same weather system, rain along with snowfall is expected in Murree and the Galiyat, while snowfall is also likely in the upper areas of Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Meanwhile, fog and smog are likely to persist in various plain areas of Punjab, which may affect visibility.
The Meteorological Department has advised citizens to remain cautious while traveling and to stay updated with the latest weather conditions.
Punjab weather
After rain in Islamabad, Punjab is also expected to receive rain with gusty winds and thundershowers in Attock, Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Chakwal, Talagang, Mianwali, Bhakkar, Noorpur Thal, and Layyah.
While Murree and the Galiyat may experience rain along with snowfall in mountainous areas.
Light rain or drizzle is expected in parts of Sargodha, Khushab, Faisalabad, Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Multan, Jhang, Dera Ghazi Khan, and Toba Tek Singh.
KP weather
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, cold and partly cloudy conditions are expected across most districts.
Rain with strong winds and snowfall in mountainous regions is likely in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Malakand, Buner, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, and Haripur.
As well as in Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Bannu, Karak, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, and Waziristan.
Sindh weather
The Met Office forecast for Sindh indicates cold and dry weather across most districts, with partly cloudy conditions in upper areas.
Fog is expected in Sukkur, Rohri, Shikarpur, Kashmore, Shaheed Benazirabad, Mohenjo-Daro, and nearby regions during the morning and night hours.
Balochistan weather
In Balochistan, cold and partly cloudy weather is expected, with the likelihood of rain accompanied by strong winds, thunderstorms, and snowfall in the mountainous areas of Chagai, Noshki, Washuk, Panjgur, Kech, Gwadar, Kalat, Mastung, Quetta, Qila Abdullah, Qila Saifullah, Ziarat, Harnai, Chaman, Musakhel, and Zhob.
Similar weather conditions, including rain, strong winds, and snowfall in higher elevations, are also forecast for Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, the PMD added.
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