The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an important weather alert for the coming days. A westerly wave is entering the country, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and
snowfall in hilly areas. This weather system will start on the night of December 29 and continue intermittently until the morning of January 2, 2026. Citizens are advised to stay alert, especially those traveling in northern and mountainous regions.
| Region | Expected Weather |
|---|---|
| Punjab & Islamabad | Rain, wind, thunderstorms |
| Murree & Galiyat | Snowfall likely |
| Sindh | Light rain/drizzle in Karachi, Hyderabad, Dadu, Larkana |
| Balochistan | Rain, thunderstorms, snowfall in Quetta, Ziarat, Chaman |
| KP | Moderate to heavy rain and snow in upper regions |
| Gilgit-Baltistan & AJK | Rain and snowfall in mountainous areas |
| Travel Advisory | Avoid unnecessary travel in hilly areas |
| Temperature Trend | Daytime temperatures drop, fog may improve |
Weather System Overview
PMD reports that a westerly wave will enter western Pakistan late on December 29, intensify on December 30, and spread to upper and central regions by December 31. Northern areas, including KP, Gilgit-Baltistan, and AJK, will experience rainfall and snow until early January. This system is expected to lower daytime temperatures while temporarily reducing fog in some plains.
Punjab & Islamabad Weather Update
Rain, wind, and thunderstorms are expected in many districts. Snowfall is likely in Murree and the Galiyat region. The main areas affected include Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Sheikhupura, Gujrat, and Mandi Bahauddin. Southern districts like Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan may see isolated rainfall on December 31.
Sindh & Balochistan Weather Outlook
Parts of Sindh, including Karachi, Hyderabad, Dadu, Larkana, Jacobabad, Kashmore, Thatta, and Badin, may see light rain or drizzle on December 30. In Balochistan, rain, thunderstorms, and snow are expected in Quetta, Ziarat, Chaman, Pishin, Qila Abdullah, Qila Saifullah, Zhob, Loralai, Barkhan, Kalat, Khuzdar, and Washuk from December 29 to 31.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Weather Alert
KP will experience widespread rain and thunderstorms, with moderate to heavy snowfall in upper areas from December 30 to January 1. The affected districts include Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Peshawar, Nowshera, Swabi, Bannu, Karak, D.I. Khan, and Tank.
Gilgit-Baltistan & AJK Snowfall Forecast
PMD predicts rain and moderate snowfall in mountainous regions, including Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Astore, Diamer, Ghizer, Ghanche, Shigar, and in Azad Kashmir: Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Bagh, Poonch, Haveli, Kotli, Bhimber, and Mirpur. Residents and tourists are advised to avoid travel in hilly areas due to slippery roads, landslides, and avalanche risks.
Travel Advisory & Safety Warnings
The PMD has warned that roads in Murree, Galiyat, Naran, Kaghan, Swat, Dir, Kohistan, Astore, Hunza, Skardu, Neelum Valley, Bagh, and Poonch may become slippery, increasing the risk of accidents. Tourists should postpone unnecessary trips and follow local advisories. Daytime temperatures are expected to drop further, though fog conditions may temporarily improve in central Punjab and upper Sindh.
Conclusion
A nationwide wet spell is expected from December 29 to January 2, 2026, affecting most of Pakistan with rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall. This system may bring some relief from fog and dryness but poses travel risks, especially in mountainous regions. Citizens are strongly advised to stay updated through official PMD alerts and exercise caution while traveling.
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