Islamabad weather drops to -2°C

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a frost alert for Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan, as temperatures are expected to dip to around -2°C.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather advisory for Islamabad, predicting cold and dry conditions for the coming days. On Thursday, December 19, 2024, the capital will experience a sharp drop in temperatures, with very cold conditions expected throughout the night. 

Frost is likely to form in the early morning hours, making the weather even chillier. The PMD has advised residents to prepare for freezing temperatures, particularly in the early mornings when frost is expected to cover the city.

The weather pattern will remain similar on Friday, December 20, 2024. Islamabad will continue to face cold and dry conditions during the day, with temperatures dropping further in the evening. 

The chilly nights will bring more frost formation, especially in the early morning hours. The PMD attributes the cold weather to the presence of continental air, which is prevailing over most parts of Pakistan. This air mass is causing temperatures to stay low, especially in the northern regions of the country.

On a national scale, December 19 will see cold and dry weather across most of Pakistan, with particularly low temperatures in the hilly areas. 

Dense fog is expected to develop in the plain areas of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and upper Sindh, leading to reduced visibility during the night and early morning hours. 

The PMD forecasts that these foggy conditions will continue into Friday, December 20, with frost likely to form in the Pothohar region, Kashmir, and around Islamabad.

Residents in Islamabad and surrounding areas are urged to take precautions to stay warm and safe during these cold conditions.