Pakistan Weather Update: Dry Spell Continues Across the Country

The Pakistan weather update for this week highlights a sustained pattern of dry conditions across most regions, accompanied by a sharp drop in temperatures in northern and hilly areas. Weather experts report that no major rainfall system is expected to enter the country in the next 24 to 48 hours, leading to continued cold nights and early mornings, especially in the northern belt and high-altitude regions.

Across Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Sindh, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan, the overall trend remains stable: dry days, cold nights, and localized fog or smog depending on the geographical zone. This weather pattern is typical for late autumn and early winter when continental air dominates the region.

Dry Weather in Islamabad and Potohar Region

According to the latest Pakistan weather update, Islamabad and the broader Potohar plateau—including Rawalpindi, Taxila, Murree, and surrounding areas—will remain dry tonight and throughout Tuesday. The federal capital is likely to experience colder temperatures during early morning and nighttime, although daytime conditions will remain relatively mild under sunny skies.

The chilly winds blowing from the north are expected to keep temperatures low, particularly in the outskirts of Islamabad such as Bhara Kahu, Nilore, and Tarlai, where night temperatures tend to drop more rapidly. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has advised residents—especially motorcyclists and early-morning commuters—to take precautions against the cold.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Widespread Dry Weather with Intense Cold in Hilly Terrain

The Pakistan weather update for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa shows a dominant pattern of dry weather across most districts, including Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Kohat, Bannu, and Dera Ismail Khan. However, higher-altitude regions such as Abbottabad, Swat, Dir, Chitral, and Shangla will experience significantly colder temperatures, particularly during nighttime.

Areas like Kalam, Malam Jabba, and Naran–Kaghan are already in the grip of freezing temperatures, and the cold intensity is expected to increase as winter deepens. In some northern KP valleys, frost is likely to appear during the late-night hours.

While no rain system is expected soon, hilly areas may face icy winds, making travel difficult after dark. Residents and tourists are advised to prepare for harsh nighttime cold.

Punjab: Smog, Fog, and Dry Conditions Continue

In Punjab, the Pakistan weather update indicates that dry conditions will prevail in most districts, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Sahiwal, and Bahawalpur. However, air quality remains a concern, particularly in major urban centers. The plains of Punjab—including Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Gujranwala, and Faisalabad—may experience smog during nighttime and early morning hours.

In addition to smog, light fog is likely in a few areas due to falling temperatures and reduced wind movement. Murree, Galiyat, and their surroundings will continue to face cold weather as the chill intensifies in the coming days.

The Punjab government may issue additional advisories regarding smog levels depending on visibility conditions, especially for highways and motorways.

Balochistan: Dry Weather with Very Cold Northern Belt

The Pakistan weather update for Balochistan shows that the province will remain dry overall, but northern districts such as Quetta, Zhob, Ziarat, Kalat, and Chaman are likely to experience very cold conditions. Night temperatures are expected to hover near freezing, and in some places, drop below 0°C.

Quetta recorded -2°C today, and further cooling is expected as clear skies enhance radiational cooling at night. The dry and cold winds blowing from the Afghan plateau will continue to push temperatures down further.

Southern Balochistan—including Turbat, Gwadar, Pasni, and Ormara—will remain mild to cool but dry.

Sindh: Stable and Dry Weather Expected

Sindh remains largely unaffected by colder northern systems, and the Pakistan weather update shows stable and dry conditions across Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, and Larkana. Karachi will continue to experience mild nights and pleasant days, with temperatures expected to remain slightly cool during early mornings.

Interior Sindh, however, may experience cooler nights, especially in areas such as Jacobabad, Khairpur, and Nawabshah.

Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan: Very Cold and Dry Week Ahead

In Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, the Pakistan weather update predicts a continuation of dry and extremely cold weather. Northern valleys such as Skardu, Astore, Gupis, Hunza, and Gilgit are experiencing severe cold, and temperatures are expected to drop further during the week due to persistent clear skies.

Skardu remained the coldest place in the country today, recording a minimum temperature of -7°C. Other key minimum temperatures included:

• Leh: -4°C

• Babusar: -3°C

• Gilgit: -3°C

• Gupis: -2°C

• Astore: -2°C

• Quetta: -2°C

The cold wave is expected to strengthen further as winter approaches, and residents are advised to take necessary precautions.

Overall Weather Outlook for the Coming Days

The extended Pakistan weather update suggests that no major weather system is likely to enter the region in the short term. As a result:

• Days will remain dry and sunny

• Nights will get progressively colder

• Smog and fog will persist in Punjab

• Northern areas will continue to record freezing temperatures

Until a western disturbance approaches, the dry spell will continue across most parts of Pakistan.

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