ISLAMABAD: The monsoon season is expected to begin on Wednesday (June 25), bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and wind across many parts of Pakistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said in its latest report.
A strong westerly weather system is likely to enter northern areas tomorrow and gain strength by June 26. Moist currents from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are already reaching the upper and central regions, and are expected to intensify over the next two days.
Rain Forecast for Regions
From June 24 evening to July 2, rain with wind and thunderstorms is expected in most regions with short dry gaps.
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B):
Scattered heavy rain is forecast in Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Kotli, Bhimber, and other AJK areas. G-B districts including Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, and Astore may receive rain between June 26–29.
Punjab:
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Northern Punjab (including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Lahore, Sialkot, Mianwali): Rain expected June 25 to July 1.
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Southern Punjab (including Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan): Showers likely between June 26 and 28.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P):
Widespread rain with wind and thunderstorms is expected across Peshawar, Swat, Dir, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kohat, Dera Ismail Khan, and others from June 25 to July 1.
Sindh:
Rain is likely in Sukkur, Larkana, Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, Thatta, Karachi and nearby districts between June 25 and 28.
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Balochistan:
Rain expected in Sherani, Barkhan, Naseerabad, Khuzdar, Lasbella, Dera Bugti, and surrounding areas from the night of June 25 till June 28.
Warnings and Safety Measures
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Flash floods may occur in hilly streams of Murree, Galliyat, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, and northern Punjab between June 26 and July 1.
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Urban flooding is possible in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Peshawar, Karachi, and Hyderabad.
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Landslides could hit hilly regions of K-P, Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan, possibly leading to road closures.
The PMD warned of possible damage to weak structures, electric poles, and billboards due to strong winds and heavy rain. Farmers have been advised to plan accordingly. Tourists and travellers should avoid visiting vulnerable areas during this period.
All relevant authorities have been instructed to stay alert and take preventive steps to ensure public safety.
