Pakistan weather update for Jan 1-6

The Meteorological Department has forecast that after an extended dry spell, a frontal weather system is expected to reach the western regions of the country on the evening or night of January 1, 2025, and may continue affecting the upper areas until January 6, 2025.

Rain, thunderstorms, and heavy snowfall are expected in areas including Diamir, Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, Neelum Valley, and Muzaffarabad from January 1 (night) to January 6, with breaks. Chitral, Swat, Dir, Kohistan, Abbottabad, and Waziristan will experience rain, thunderstorms, and snow on the hills between January 1 and January 5.

Murree and Galliyat will face heavy snowfall from January 1 (night) to January 6. Rain and thunderstorms are likely in Islamabad, Pothohar, Lahore, Sargodha, and Faisalabad from January 2 (night) to January 6 (morning). Light rain may occur in Multan, Bahawalnagar, and Sahiwal during the same period.

Rain and snow are forecast for Quetta, Ziarat, Kalat, and Khuzdar from January 1 to January 4, with possible disruptions in hilly areas. Most areas will remain dry and cold, but light rain may occur in Dadu, Sukkur, and Jacobabad on January 3 and 4.

Impacts and Advisory

• Heavy snowfall may disrupt travel in Murree, Galliyat, Swat, and Quetta.
• Landslides and avalanches are possible in hilly areas, including KP and Gilgit-Baltistan.
• Tourists should avoid unnecessary travel and exercise caution.
• Rainfall will benefit crops in Punjab and KP’s Barani areas.
• Dense fog may develop in plains after this wet spell.

Residents are advised to prepare for potential disruptions and follow safety guidelines.