According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, rain and thundery spells have been expected from March 17 to 20. A westerly weather system will move to the western regions of the country in the evening of the 17th of March. This weather system will start to spread over the country from the 18th of March.
It has been suggested that the public should be vigilant during this period.
Rain and Storms in Southern and Central Pakistan
The first impact of this weather system will be felt in Balochistan, where cities such as Quetta, Ziarat, Chaman, Kalat, Khuzdar, and Gwadar are expected to receive intermittent rain from the evening of the 17th to the 20th of March.
On the other hand, Sindh is expected to receive cloudy weather accompanied by rain and thunder on the 18th and 19th of March, where cities such as Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Jacobabad, Mirpurkhas, Badin, and Thatta are expected to receive rain.
Furthermore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi are expected to receive rain, breezy weather, and hail.
Snowfall and Caution in Northern Areas
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain, thundery intervals, and snowfall on higher hills can be expected in districts such as Chitral, Swat, Peshawar, Abbottabad, and Mansehra.
Moreover, rain and thundershowers can be expected in Gilgit, Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. The people living in hill areas are advised to remain careful as landslides and slippery roads may create problems for them.
Additionally, farmers are advised to take precautions for their crops due to hail. People who are planning to travel for the Eid holidays are advised to keep themselves updated about weather information, as the weather is expected to remain cool during the day.
