ISLAMABAD: Get ready for rain! The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds starting Monday (July 21, 2025) in many parts of the country.
What to Expect:
- Rain & Storms: Expect rain and thunderstorms in Islamabad, parts of Sindh, southern Punjab, Kashmir, northeastern/southern Balochistan, and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Heavy Rain Possible: Some areas in southern Sindh, eastern Balochistan, and Kashmir could see heavy downpours.
- Hot & Humid Elsewhere: Other parts of Pakistan will stay hot and humid.
Region-by-Region Forecast:
- Islamabad & Area: Partly cloudy, humid, possible rain at night.
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Mostly hot and humid, but some northern districts (like Dir, Swat, Abbottabad) may get rain and storms.
- Punjab: Partly cloudy and humid. Rain and storms likely in southern areas (Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan) and some central/northern areas (Rawalpindi, Lahore).
- Sindh: Rain and storms expected across many areas (including Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur). Heavy rain possible in some spots.
- Balochistan: Mostly hot and humid, but rain and storms possible in central, northeastern, and southern districts (like Zhob, Kalat, Lasbela).
- Kashmir & Gilgit-Baltistan: Partly cloudy with rain and thunderstorms. Heavy rain possible in some parts of Kashmir.
Important Advice:
The PMD warns people to:
- Stay alert during thunderstorms.
- Avoid unnecessary travel in areas expecting heavy rain and strong winds.
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