Islamabad is experiencing a warm, breezy Saturday with temperatures soaring around 29°C, but due to humidity and sun exposure, it feels closer to 30°C.
By midday, the RealFeel in shaded areas was 27°C, with winds blowing from the northeast at 25 km/h.
While the day began under partly sunny skies, a significant change in weather is expected later today.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued an alert predicting rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms for Islamabad and nearby areas.
“Isolated heavy falls and hailstorms may also occur at a few locations during this period,” according to the advisory.
The forecasted weather shift is due to a westerly wave affecting northern parts of the country, which is expected to linger for the next 24 to 36 hours.
The Met Office has urged residents to secure any loose outdoor items and avoid unnecessary travel during stormy weather, warning of reduced visibility and slippery roads.
In a broader update, authorities have also raised concerns about a potentially intense monsoon season this year.
Central and southern Pakistan may see up to 20% more rain than usual, increasing the risk of flooding and landslides, especially in Sindh and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Northeastern Punjab and Kashmir could also face serious urban and river flooding due to heavy rains.
Although northern KP and Gilgit-Baltistan are expected to receive less rainfall, higher temperatures could trigger glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).
On the positive side, dam levels remain stable, and the upcoming rains may help boost agriculture and water storage.