Weather Update: Dry & Hot Conditions Prevail, Isolated Rains Expected in Northern Areas

ISLAMABAD: Continental air dominates most of Pakistan, maintaining dry and hot conditions across plain areas. However, a westerly wave trough is expected to enter western regions later today, potentially affecting upper parts of the country within the next 24-36 hours.

Wednesday’s Forecast

• Most areas will remain dry and hot, particularly in plains where daytime temperatures may exceed 40°C (as seen in Jacobabad, Shaheed Benazirabad, and Turbat yesterday).
• Northern Balochistan & Western KP could experience isolated rain-wind/thunderstorms by evening/night.

Thursday’s Outlook

• Gilgit-Baltistan, KP, Kashmir, and nearby hilly areas may see partly cloudy skies with scattered rain and thunderstorms.
• Plains (Punjab, Sindh, South Balochistan) will stay dry and hot.

Eid Holidays Weather

• Most regions will have dry weather with daytime heat in plains. Travelers to northern areas should monitor updates for potential rain disruptions.

Past 24-Hour Conditions

• Dry weather prevailed nationwide, with maximum temperatures reaching 41°C in Jacobabad, Chhor, and Mithi.