In a recent announcement, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast for widespread rains coupled with snowfall over mountainous regions across the country from January 31 to February 04.
The Meteorological Office attributes this weather phenomenon to a prevailing westerly wave, influencing weather conditions across the nation until February 04. As a result of this weather system, anticipate rains with accompanying snowfall in various parts of Pakistan.
Heavy Snowfall and Rain in Balochistan:
Prepare for rain accompanied by isolated heavy falls and snowfall over the hills in numerous Balochistan regions, including Nokkundi, Dalbandin, Chagi, Kalat, Khuzdar, Lasbella, Awaran, Turbat, Kech, Gwadar, and many more on February 02nd and 03rd.
Rain with Snowfall Gilgit Baltistan/Kashmir:
Expect moderate to heavy rain and snowfall over the hills in Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir regions, spanning from Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, and Skardu to Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, and beyond, occurring intermittently between January 31 and February 04.
Heavy Rain with Snowfall in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:
Anticipate moderate to heavy rain and snowfall over the hills in various Khyber Pakhtunkhwa areas, including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, and more, with occasional breaks from January 31 to February 04.
Rain and Snowfall in Punjab/Islamabad:
Prepare for rain with moderate to heavy snowfall expected in Murree and Galliyat from January 31 to February 01 and on February 03rd & 04th, with intermittent gaps. Light to moderate rain forecasted for Islamabad/Rawalpindi and other Punjab regions during the specified timeframe.
Light Rain in Sindh:
Sindh will experience light to moderate rain in Sukkur, Larkana, Dadu, Mirpurkhas, Karachi, and other areas on February 02nd & 03rd, while other parts of the province will witness cold and partly cloudy weather.
Possible Impacts and Advisories:
- Heavy rainfall may lead to flash flooding in specific areas, including Barkhan, Kohlu, Sibbi, Naseerabad, Dalbandin, and Khuzdar on February 02nd and 03rd.
- Landslides and road closures are potential consequences of moderate to isolated heavy rain/snowfall in Murree, Galliyat, Naran, Kaghan, Dir, Swat, and other regions on January 31st & February 01st.
- Tourists urged to exercise caution during this weather spell.
- The rain expected to benefit standing crops, particularly in Barani areas of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Significant improvement in foggy conditions anticipated during this period.
Stay weather-informed and take necessary precautions as Pakistan braces for this upcoming weather pattern.
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