Rain and Snowfall Forecast Signals Sharp Drop in Temperatures Across the Country

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert for the upper regions of the country, warning of a new westerly wave expected to enter northern Pakistan on the night of November 3 and persist until November 5. The system is likely to bring rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms to several areas, accompanied by a significant drop in temperatures.

According to the forecast, rain and thunderstorms are expected in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Buner, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Mardan, Charsadda, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Kohat, and the Galliyat region. In Kashmir, areas such as Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, and Mirpur are also expected to receive rain. Similar weather conditions are forecast for Gilgit-Baltistan, including Diamir, Astore, Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, Ghanche, and Shigar, where snowfall is likely over the mountains. Isolated hailstorms may also occur in some locations.

Rain and wind are also expected in parts of Punjab, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Chakwal, Talagang, Jhelum, Sargodha, Khushab, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, and Lahore. The department has cautioned that the wet spell will lead to a noticeable decrease in daytime temperatures, followed by colder nights. Fog and smog are expected to subside temporarily during the rain but may return once the weather clears. Windstorms, lightning, and hail could damage weak structures and disrupt normal activities.

Authorities have issued several advisories for different groups. Farmers are advised to adjust their agricultural plans in line with the weather forecast, while travelers and tourists should plan trips carefully, especially in mountainous areas where road conditions may deteriorate. The general public is urged to remain cautious, stay informed through official weather updates, and follow safety instructions from local authorities.