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–PMD forecasts hot, dry spell with isolated storms this week
Aftab Maken
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast a prolonged spell of hot and dry weather across most parts of Pakistan over the next six days, with only isolated rain and thunderstorms expected in northern and some central regions.
The outlook issued on Saturday said daytime temperatures will remain elevated in plains and southern areas, while upper regions including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir may receive intermittent showers offering limited relief.
According to the forecast, mainly hot and dry conditions will dominate most of the country on April 25. However, isolated rain with windstorms and thunderstorms is likely in upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Dir, Chitral, Swat, Malam Jabba, Abbottabad, and Mansehra, along with parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir.
The dry spell is expected to continue on April 26, with only upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa likely to receive scattered rain and gusty winds. Meteorologists said the prevailing pattern reflects weak western disturbances affecting northern mountainous areas.
On April 27, weather conditions will remain largely dry nationwide. However, isolated rain and thunderstorms are forecast in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Balochistan, south Punjab, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Similar conditions are expected to persist into April 28, with additional chances of thunderstorms in the Pothohar region and adjoining areas.
By April 29 and 30, hot and dry weather is expected to prevail across most regions, though isolated rain-wind and thunderstorm activity may occur in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, upper and central Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir.
Pakistan typically experiences rising temperatures during late April as the pre-monsoon season sets in. According to historical data from the Pakistan Meteorological Department, average temperatures in southern plains often exceed 40°C during this period, particularly in Sindh and southern Punjab.
Agricultural experts note that limited rainfall during this phase can stress crops in rain-fed regions. However, sporadic showers in northern and central belts may provide short-term moisture benefits. The agriculture sector contributes around 23% to Pakistan’s GDP, according to recent government economic surveys, making weather patterns a critical factor for crop output.
Meteorologists have advised residents in mountainous regions to remain cautious during thunderstorms, warning that sudden strong winds and heavy downpours could trigger localized flash flooding or landslides in vulnerable areas.
Travelers heading to northern tourist destinations such as Swat, Chitral, and Abbottabad have been urged to monitor weather updates and road conditions. These areas often face temporary disruptions during abrupt weather changes linked to western disturbances.
The ongoing pattern aligns with seasonal projections indicating a gradual temperature rise ahead of the monsoon. Climate experts say Pakistan has experienced increasingly intense heatwaves in recent years, partly linked to broader regional climate variability.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has urged the public to stay updated through official advisories as conditions may shift with incoming weather systems, particularly in northern parts of the country.
