- The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts varying weather patterns across the country.
- The PMD predicts moderate to heavy falls in local streams across regions.
- Moist currents from the Arabian Sea and a westerly wave are contributing to the varied weather patterns.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast indicating a diverse range of conditions across different parts of the country. While hot and humid weather is anticipated in Lahore and its surrounding districts on Monday, the PMD also predicts another monsoon spell in various regions.
The metropolis is expected to experience oppressive weather, although there is a possibility of rain-wind thundershowers accompanied by heavy falls in isolated locations.
In Lahore, temperatures are projected to fluctuate between a minimum of 34°C and a maximum of 38°C on Monday. Wind speeds are expected to reach around 21 km/h. The UV Index is set to be high at 11, with cloud cover reaching over 53%. Visibility might be limited to approximately 5 km.
However, amidst these weather changes, air quality in the provincial capital has declined to an unhealthy level, with a reading of 120. This could lead to immediate health effects, particularly for sensitive groups. Individuals are advised to remain indoors and consider adjusting outdoor activities due to potential breathing difficulties and throat irritation.
The PMD’s forecast extends to various regions, including Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Manshera, Abbottabad, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad. The period from August 14th to 16th is anticipated to bring moderate to heavy falls in local Nullahs streams.
Meanwhile, urban flooding is a possibility in low-lying areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, and their surroundings on August 14th and 15th. The potential for landslides also exists in vulnerable areas like Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and hilly parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during this wet spell.
The prevailing weather patterns are attributed to moist currents from the Arabian Sea entering the upper parts of the country. Additionally, a westerly wave is present in these regions. The Met Office’s forecast includes predictions of rain, wind, and thundershowers in Upper Punjab, the Pothohar region, Islamabad, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan, and Kashmir. Isolated places in these regions might experience heavyfalls as well.
Pakistan is poised to witness a mix of weather conditions, ranging from oppressive heat to monsoon rains and thundershowers. Residents are advised to stay updated on local weather forecasts and take necessary precautions to stay safe and comfortable during these fluctuations.