Temperatures to Drop Significantly as Rain and Snowfall Predicted

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert for the upper parts of the country. Here’s what you need to know:

Key Weather Forecast:

A westerly wave will enter northern Pakistan on the night of November 3 and last until November 5.

Rain, windstorms, 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, Galliyat
• Kashmir (Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur)
• Gilgit-Baltistan (Diamir, Astore, Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, Ghanche, Shigar)
• Snowfall is likely over the mountains in these regions.
• Isolated hailstorms may also occur.

Other Affected Areas:

Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Chakwal, Talagang, Jhelum, Sargodha, Khushab, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore

Expected Impacts:

• Significant drop in day temperatures during the wet spell; night temperatures will fall afterward.
• Fog and smog will temporarily subside during the rain but may return after the weather clears.
• Windstorms, hail, and lightning could damage weak or loose structures.

Advisories:

• Farmers: Plan agricultural activities according to the weather forecast.
• Travelers and tourists: Schedule trips carefully, especially in hilly and mountainous areas.
• General public: Stay alert for possible disruptions and follow updates from authorities.