A wave of cold weather has gripped Pakistan, intensifying after hailstorms battered several northern cities. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast ongoing rain and snowfall in various regions, signaling a firm start to the winter season.
On Tuesday, hailstorms and rainfall were reported in Islamabad, Lower Dir, Kalam, Malam Jabba, Balakot, Abbottabad, and Muzaffarabad, causing temperatures to drop significantly. The cold is most severe in the northern mountainous areas, with Leh recording -3°C, Skardu at -1°C, and Babusar at 1°C.
The PMD’s forecast indicates that Gilgit-Baltistan is likely to receive more rain and snowfall, while Azad Kashmir will experience partly cloudy weather. Islamabad, Murree, Galyat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and parts of Balochistan are expected to remain in the grip of cold conditions. In contrast, Sindh is expected to see warm and dry weather.
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FAQs: Pakistan’s Current Cold Wave and Weather Forecast
1. Which areas were most affected by the recent hailstorms?
The hailstorms notably affected Islamabad, Lower Dir, Kalam, Malam Jabba, Balakot, Abbottabad, and Muzaffarabad.
2. What is the weather forecast for Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir?
Gilgit-Baltistan is likely to receive rain and snowfall. Azad Kashmir is expected to have partly cloudy weather.
3. How cold did it get in the northern areas?
Temperatures dropped to notably low levels, with Leh at -3°C, Skardu at -1°C, and Babusar at 1°C.
4. What is the weather outlook for Sindh?
In contrast to the north, Sindh is expected to experience warm and dry conditions.
5. Is this weather pattern expected to continue?
Yes, the PMD forecast suggests that cold conditions with chances of rain and snowfall will persist in the northern regions, while the south remains dry. Travelers to northern areas should be prepared for potentially hazardous road conditions.
