According to the Met Office, a shallow westerly wave will affect northern areas from the night of 4th to 5th December 2025. Mostly cloudy weather with light rain/snowfall is expected in parts of GB, Kashmir, and upper KP. Cold and dry weather will prevail elsewhere. Smog/fog likely in plain areas of Punjab and KP during night and morning.

Possible Impacts:

• Smog/fog may affect transportation in Punjab and KP.

• Snowfall may cause slippery roads and closures at Babusar.

• Day temperatures may drop 1–3 °C in upper areas.

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Some social media platforms circulated misleading news about snowfall near Karimabad (Hunza Valley) on 24 November 2025. PMD clarifies that no snowfall occurred; the event was a snow avalanche from the Ultar glaciers, which created icy winds, clouds, and reduced visibility, giving the appearance of snowfall.

PMD advises the public to rely only on official updates and avoid sharing unverified information.

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Met office informed that due to persistent dry weather, Smog/Fog conditions are likely to increase over northeast and southern parts of Punjab (Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Gujranwala, Jhelum, Bhakkar, Mianwali, Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Sahiwal, Multan, Khanewal, Layyah, Kot Addu, Bahawalpur and surroundings), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Peshawar, Swabi, Mardan. D.I. Khan and surroundings) and upper Sindh (Sukkur, Rohri and surroundings) especially during morning hours.

Possible Impacts and Advises

• Smog/fog conditions may affect transportation.
• Travelers are advised to remain vigilant to avoid any untoward situation.
• Air quality may become unhealthy for sensitive groups; the public is advised to exercise caution.

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SMOG is the combination of smoke and fog and develops from November to mid-December. The stable and dry weather conditions is conducive to smog level increase in coming days. Pakistan can face an alarming increase in smog levels across its major cities, aggravated by recent stable meteorological conditions. Combination of industrial pollution, vehicular emissions, and conducive weather patterns may lead to an increase of air pollution, posing threats to public health and the environment in the coming days.

Stable weather conditions, will contribute to the accumulation of harmful pollutants in the atmosphere. Calm wind pattern, lower temperatures, and humidity may prevent pollutants from dispersing and causing thick layers of smog to linger on Eastern parts of Punjab (Lahore, Gujranwala, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Nankana Sahib, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalnagar and Khanpur).

Impacts

• The rise in smog levels may trigger an increase in respiratory illnesses, asthma cases, and other pollution-related health problems. Vulnerable populations, including children, the elderly, and people with pre-existing health conditions, are at high risk.
• Poor air quality can cause reduced visibility on roads, leading to a surge in traffic accidents. Outdoor activities can also be disrupted.

For daily weather updates please visit: www.pmd.gov.pk, Pak Weather Application, Social Media platforms & CAP (Alert).

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), as the sole national authority for weather and climate monitoring, issues this clarification in response to unverified reports and social media content suggesting that Pakistan will experience the “Extremely cold winter.” These claims are scientifically unfounded and not supported by PMD’s seasonal outlook or current global climate indicators.

PMD’s Seasonal Winter Forecast (December – February), based on regional and global climate prediction models validated and verified through WMO-supported systems, indicates near-normal to slightly below-normal rainfall and temperatures will be slightly above normal over most parts of the country. While localized cold spells are likely due to passing western disturbances, no evidence supports an exceptionally severe or record-breaking cold season across Pakistan.

Current oceanic and atmospheric analyses indicate the presence of a weak to moderate La Niña phase over the equatorial Pacific Ocean. Historically, La Niña conditions tend to suppress the intensity and frequency of winter weather systems over South and Southwest Asia, including Pakistan. Consequently, such conditions usually result in fewer and weaker western disturbances reaching the country, reduced rainfall and snowfall activity over the northern and western highlands, and milder temperature anomalies across the plains of Punjab and Sindh. Therefore, the ongoing La Niña event is expected to moderate the overall intensity of the upcoming winter season, contrary to the unfounded claims of an exceptionally cold or record-breaking winter in Pakistan.

PMD advises the public and media to rely only on official forecasts and bulletins available through its website and verified communication channels. Circulating false information about weather and climate can cause unnecessary alarm and public confusion.

PMD remains committed to providing scientifically accurate, evidence-based, and timely forecasts in line with World Meteorological Organization (WMO) standards for the safety and socio-economic well-being of the nation.

According to the Met. office: A well-marked low-pressure system (WML) is presently located over the Gulf of Kutch, resulting in moist currents penetrating into the Sindh region. Moist currents from the Bay of Bengal are also likely to penetrate into upper Punjab from tonight, while moist currents from both the Bay of Bengal and the north Arabian Sea are expected to strengthen between 04th and 06th October. In addition, A fresh Western Disturbance (WD) is anticipated to approach the upper parts of the country tonight. It is likely to intensify from 03rd October and may persist until 07th October. Under the influence of these meteorological conditions:

Punjab/Islamabad:

Rain-windstorm/thunderstorm is expected at isolated places in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Mianwali and Khushab from tonight to 03rd October. Widespread rain-windstorm/thunderstorm with scattered heavyfalls is expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Mianwali, Khushab, Noorpurthal, Bhakkar, Layyah, Sargodha, Sahiwal, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Nankana Sahib, Chiniot, Faisalabad, Pakpattan, Bahawalnagar, Vehari, Khanewal, Multan, Lodhran, Bahawalpur, Rahimyar Khan, Rajanpur, Kot Addu and Dera Ghazi Khan from 04th to 06th October. Hailstorm is also expected during the period.

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa:

Widespread rain-windstorm/thunderstorm with scattered heavyfalls/hailstorm is expected in Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Kohat, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Waziristan, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan from 02nd to 07th October.

Kashmir/Gilgit-Baltistan:

Rain-windstorm/thunderstorm is expected at isolated places in Kashmir (Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur) and Gilgit-Baltistan (Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar) on 02nd and 03rd October. Widespread rain-windstorm/thunderstorm with isolated heavyfalls/hailstorm is expected in Kashmir (Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur) and Gilgit-Baltistan (Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar) from 04th to 07th October.

Sindh:

Rain-windstorm/thunderstorm with isolated heavyfalls is expected in Tharparker (Mithi, Islamkot, Nagarparkar, Chachro, Dhali, Diplo, Kaloi), Umer Kot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Khairpur, Matiari, Tando Allayar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Hyderabad, Jamshoro, Karachi, Thatta, Badin and Sajawal from tonight to 03rd October.

Balochistan:

Rain-windstorm/thunderstorm is expected at isolated places in Zhob, Sherani, Loralai, Kohlu, Barkhan, Dera Bugti, Musakhel, Qila Saifullah, Quetta, Ziarat, Sibbi and Naseerabad from 04th (Night) to 06th October.

Possible Impacts and advises:

• Windstorm, Hailstorm and lightning may damage weak structures like roof/wall of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc during the forecast period.
• Possibility of landslides in vulnerable hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galliyat and Kashmir during the forecast period.
• Heavy downpour may cause urban flood in low lying areas of Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot, Faisalabad from 04th (night) to 06th October.
• Heavy rains may generate flash floods in local nullahs/streams of Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Charsadda, Nowshera, Swabi, Mardan, Murree, Galliyat, Islamabad/Rawalpindi and Kashmir from 04th (night) to 06th October.
• Day & Night Temperatures are likely to drop significantly during the wet spell.
• Snowfall is also likely over the high mountains of upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan.
• Public, travelers/tourists are advised to avoid unusual exposure to vulnerable areas and keep updated about latest weather conditions.

Note

All concerned authorities are advised to remain “Vigilant” and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward Situation during the forecast period. Tropical Warning Center of PMD is continuously monitoring the system.

For daily weather updates please visit: www.pmd.gov.pk, Pak Weather Application, Social Media platforms & CAP (Alert).

According to Met. office a well-marked low pressure weather system lies over Gujrat (India). This weather system is likely to move west north westward. Moist currents from northeastern Arabian Sea are penetrating southeastern parts of Sindh. A fresh westerly wave is likely to approach upper parts of the country on 3rd October. Under the influence of these meteorological conditions.

Rain-wind/thunderstorm is expected in Tharparker (Mithi, Islamkot, Nagarparkar, Chachro, Dhali, Diplo, Kaloi), Umer Kot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Khairpur, Matiari, Tando Allayar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Hyderabad, Jamshoro, Karachi, Thatta, Badin and Sajawal from 29th September (night) to 02nd October with occasional gaps. Isolated moderate to heavyfalls are also likely in Tharparker, Umer Kot and Mirpur Khas during the forecast period.

Possible Impacts and advises:

• Windstorm and lightning may damage weak structures like roof/wall of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc during the forecast period.
• Public, travelers/tourists are advised to avoid unusual exposure to vulnerable areas and keep updated about latest weather conditions.

Note

All concerned authorities are advised to take necessary measures to avoid any untoward Situation during the forecast period. Tropical warning center of PMD is continuously monitoring the system.

For daily weather updates please visit: www.pmd.gov.pk, Pak Weather Application, Social Media platforms & CAP (Alert).

According to Met. office a low-pressure system is currently located over Madhya Pradesh (India) and likely to move west northwest wards and likely to reach Rajasthan and adjoining parts of Sindh on 06th September. Due to this weather system strong Monsoon currents are likely to penetrate in Sindh and eastern parts of Punjab from 06th onwards. Under the influence of these meteorological conditions.

Sindh

Widespread rain-wind/thundershower (with scattered heavy to very heavy falls) are expected in Tharparker (Mithi, Islamkot, Nagarparkar, Chachro, Dhali, Diplo, Kaloi), Umer Kot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Khairpur, Shaheed Benazirabad, Matiari, Tando Allayar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Hyderabad, Karachi, Thatta, Badin Sajawal, Jamshoro, Dadu, Kashmore, Sukkur, Larkana, Jacobabad, Shikarpur and Ghotki from 06th (evening/night) to 09th September with occasional gaps.

Punjab/Islamabad

Rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is expected in Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Okara, Sahiwal, Pakpattan, Bahawalnagar, Vehari, Khanewal, Multan, Lodhran, Bahawalpur, Rahimyar Khan, Rajanpur, Kot Addu and Dera Ghazi Khan from 06th (evening/night) to 08th September. While, at isolated places in Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad and Wazirabad during the forecast period.

Balochistan

Rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is expected in Barkhan, Musakhel, Loralai, Sibbi, Zhob, Naseerabad, Bolan, Dera Bugti, Kohlu, Kalat, Khuzdar, Lasbella, Awaran, Pasni, Ormara and Gawadar from 07th to 09th September. with occasional gaps

Kashmir/ Gilgit-Baltistan

Rain-wind/thundershower (with Isolated heavy falls) is expected in Kashmir (Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur) from 06th (evening) to 08th September. with occasional gaps.

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

Rain-wind/thundershower is expected in Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Swabi, Peshawar, Mardan, Kohat and Kurrum from 07th to 09th September.

Possible Impacts and Advises

• Torrential rains may cause urban flood in low lying areas of Mirpurkhas, Shaheed Benazirabad, Tharparker, Khairpur, Sukkur, Larkana, Thatta, Badin, Sajawal, Hyderabad and Karachi, from 07th to 09th September. More rains in flood affected areas of Punjab may exacerbate the situation during the forecast period.
• Flash flooding in Hill Torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan and adjoining eastern and Southern parts of Balochistan from 07th to 09th September.
• Landslides may cause roads closure in the vulnerable hilly areas of upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Murree, Galliyat and Kashmir during the forecast period.
• Heavy falls/windstorm and lightning may damage weak structures like roof/wall of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc during the forecast period.
• Public, Travelers and tourists are advised to avoid unusual exposure to vulnerable areas to avoid any untoward situation and keep updated about latest weather conditions.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “HIGH ALERT” and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

For daily weather updates please visit: PMD Website, Pak Weather App, Social Media platform & CAP (Alert).

According to Met. office strong monsoon currents from Arabian Sea & Bay of Bengal are likely to penetrate upper parts of the country from 29th August. A westerly wave is also likely to approach upper and central parts from 30th August. Under the influence of these meteorological conditions:

Kashmir/ Gilgit-Baltistan:

Widespread rain-wind/thundershower (with scattered heavy falls at times very heavy) is expected in Kashmir (Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur) from 29th August to 02nd September and rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) in Gilgit-Baltistan (Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar) from 30th August to 01st September with occasional gaps.

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa:

Rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls at times very heavy) is expected in Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Kohat, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Waziristan, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan from 29th August to 01st September.

Punjab/Islamabad:

Widespread rain-wind/thundershower (with scattered heavy falls at times very heavy) is expected in Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Mianwali, Khushab, Sargodha, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Nankana Sahib, Chiniot, Faisalabad and Sahiwal from 29th August to 02nd September with occasional gaps. Rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is also likely in D.G. Khan, Bhakkar, Layyah, Multan, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rajanpur and Rahimyar Khan from 29th (night) August to 02nd September.

Sindh:

Rain-wind/thundershower is expected in Mithi, Tharparkar, Sukkur, Larkana, Jacobabad, Dadu and Umer Kot on 30th and 31st August with occasional gaps.

Balochistan:

Rain-wind/thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is expected in Barkhan, Musakhel, Loralai, Sibbi, Zhob, Kalat & Khuzdar from 30th August to 01st September with occasional gaps.

Possible Impacts and Advises:

• Heavy rains may generate flash floods in local nullahs/streams of Kashmir, Murree, Galliyat, Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Northeast Punjab, Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Charsadda, Nowshera, Swabi and Mardan from 29th August (night) to 01st September.
• Heavy downpour may cause urban flood in low lying areas of Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Nowshera and Mardan from 29th August (night) to 01st September.
• Landslides/mudslides may cause roads closure in the vulnerable hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galliyat and Kashmir during the forecast period.
• Heavy falls/windstorm and lightning may damage weak structures like roof/wall of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc during the forecast period.
• Public, Travelers and tourists are advised to avoid unusual exposure to vulnerable areas to avoid any untoward situation and keep updated about latest weather conditions.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “HIGH ALERT” and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

For daily weather updates please visit: PMD Website, Pak Weather App, Social Media platform & CAP (Alert).