As the holy month of Ramadan 2025 begins, Pakistan is bracing for a dramatic shift in weather. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms starting late Sunday, with snowfall expected in northern regions.
This weather system, sweeping in from the west, is set to impact Balochistan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir, bringing a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and snow over higher altitudes.
Widespread rain expected across Pakistan except Sindh
The PMD has issued warnings of potential road closures and slippery conditions in hilly areas due to moderate to heavy snowfall. Additionally, the risk of landslides and avalanches looms over Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. Farmers have been advised to adjust their activities in light of the forecast, while Sindh remains largely unaffected, with dry weather expected to persist across most of the province.
This weather shift comes after a period of unusually low rainfall, with the PMD previously warning of emerging drought conditions. From September 2024 to January 2025, Pakistan experienced a 40% rainfall deficit, with Sindh, Balochistan, and Punjab recording 52%, 45%, and 42% less rain, respectively. The combination of below-normal rainfall and above-average temperatures has heightened concerns about drought intensification, particularly in rainfed areas.
The recent rains have already disrupted major events, including the Champions Trophy matches in Rawalpindi, where Pakistan faced Bangladesh and Australia clashed with South Africa. As the new weather system approaches, authorities are urging caution, especially in vulnerable regions.
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