Weather Dept Predict Another 1 Week of Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm

weather dept predict another week of heavy rain and thunderstorm

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a comprehensive weather advisory, warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, flash floods, and urban flooding in multiple regions of the country from August 4 to August 7, 2025.1

The forecast is driven by weak monsoon currents, which are currently penetrating upper and central parts of Pakistan. These currents are expected to intensify starting August 4, followed by the strengthening of a westerly wave on August 5, increasing the likelihood of extreme weather conditions.

🌧️ Regions Affected by the Weather System

The following provinces and regions are expected to experience significant rainfall and related hazards over the coming days:

1. Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan

Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and isolated heavy falls is predicted from August 4 to August 7 in Kashmir, including:

• Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, and Mirpur

For Gilgit-Baltistan, the rain will intensify from August 5 to August 7 in the following areas:

• Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, and Shigar

2. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Rain-wind/thundershower activity is expected in both the upper and lower districts, including:

• Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Kohat, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Waziristan, Tank, and Dera Ismail Khan

These regions will witness rainfall from August 4 to August 7, with occasional gaps between showers.

3. Punjab and Islamabad

The federal capital and the province of Punjab are also in the crosshairs of this active weather pattern. Areas likely to be affected from August 4 to 7 include:

• Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Sahiwal, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Khushab, Sargodha, Mianwali, Nankana Sahib, Chiniot, Faisalabad, and Kasur

Additionally, rainfall is expected on August 6 in D.G. Khan, Bhakkar, Layyah, Multan, and Bahawalpur.

4. Balochistan

While most parts of Balochistan will remain hot and humid, rain-wind/thundershower is expected in the northeastern and southern districts on August 6, including:

• Barkhan, Musakhel, Loralai, Sibi, Zhob, Qilla Saifullah, and Khuzdar

5. Sindh

The majority of Sindh will also experience hot and humid conditions, with cloudy weather and light drizzle expected in coastal areas such as Karachi, Thatta, and Badin during this period.

⛈️ Possible Impacts and Risks

The Pakistan Met Office has issued multiple warnings for residents and travelers across vulnerable areas:

✅ Flash Floods (August 5–7)

Expected in local nullahs and streams of:

• Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Mansehra, Kohistan, Abbottabad, Buner, Charsadda, Nowshera, Swabi, Mardan, Murree, Galliyat, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Northeast Punjab, and Kashmir

✅ Urban Flooding Risk

Heavy downpours may trigger urban floods in:

• Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Gujranwala, and Sialkot

✅ Landslides/Mudslides

Likely in hilly terrains of:

• Murree, Galliyat, Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir, possibly causing road blockages and disruptions to travel

✅ Structural Damage

Strong winds and lightning may:

• Damage Kacha houses, electric poles, billboards, solar panels, and vehicles

• Create hazards for roadside vendors and small shops in open areas

🛑 Public Advisory and Safety Measures

The PMD strongly advises:

• Avoiding unnecessary travel to mountainous and flood-prone areas

• Tourists to postpone visits to Murree, Galliyat, Swat, and Kaghan valleys during this weather cycle

• Keeping emergency kits and food supplies ready in affected zones

• Staying updated through official PMD weather alerts, local administration, and traffic advisories

• Avoid standing under trees, electric poles, or metal structures during thunderstorms

📍 Why This Matters

The expected weather activity is significant for several reasons:

• It comes during peak monsoon season, when landslides, floods, and infrastructure damage are common

• Crops and local agriculture in regions like central Punjab and KP may be impacted

• Eid al-Milad un Nabi processions, events, and rural travel could face interruptions

Climate change is playing a growing role in amplifying extreme weather patterns, and this forecast is another reminder of the urgent need for climate resilience planning, especially in northern Pakistan.