Dry weather persists in Punjab as temperatures fluctuate

Punjab continues to experience dry weather, with no significant rainfall anticipated in the coming days, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).

The ongoing dry spell has resulted in fluctuating temperatures, with warm days and chilly nights across multiple cities, including Lahore.

Dense fog has been observed during early mornings and late nights, causing visibility issues and traffic disruptions on major roads. Motorists have been urged to drive cautiously, particularly in low-lying areas.

The PMD noted that while some upper Punjab districts may experience cloudy conditions, rainfall remains unlikely. The dry spell is expected to persist for another three to four days.

Lahore has been witnessing a gradual increase in daytime temperatures due to the lack of rain, with the maximum temperature projected to reach 24°C, while the minimum was recorded at 10°C. The contrast between daytime warmth and nighttime chill has become more pronounced.

Recent snowfall in Murree has contributed to cooler conditions in other cities, intensifying the seasonal cold despite the absence of rain.

As dry weather continues, residents have been advised to prepare for fluctuating temperatures and fog-related travel difficulties in the coming days.

Meanwhile, parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) are expected to receive rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, leading to a drop in temperature across various districts, the PMD reported.

Although most regions of K-P will continue experiencing cold and dry weather, upper areas are set to witness harsher winter conditions.

Forecasters predict rain with thunderstorms in districts such as Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, and Hazara Division. Similarly, Mansehra, Kohistan, Battagram, Mohmand, Bajaur, and Kurram are also likely to receive precipitation.

The department also forecast snowfall in K-P’s hilly regions, which could impact travel conditions.

In the past 24 hours, Lower Dir recorded the highest rainfall at 11mm, followed by Kalam with 9mm, Mir Khani with 7mm, and Drosh with 6mm.

Chitral and Malam Jabba received 3mm of rain each, while Kakol recorded 2mm. Swat’s Saidu Sharif and Takht Bhai saw 1mm of rainfall.

Additionally, snowfall was reported in mountainous regions, with Kalam receiving 5 inches and Malam Jabba recording 1 inch.