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10 July 2026
11:38 PM
Rain Windstorm/Thundershowers Predicted in Upper Parts during Weekend

Met office predicted that moist currents from the Arabian Sea are continuously penetrating the upper parts of the country and likely to strengthen on Saturday (Evening). Meanwhile, a westerly wave is also likely to approach upper parts on Saturday.  Under the influence of this weather system:

  • Kashmir: Rain windstorm/thundershower (with isolated heavyfalls) is expected in (Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur) from 10th (night) to 13th July with occasional gaps.
  • Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa: Rain windstorm/thundershower (with isolated heavyfalls) is expected in (Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Malakand, Nowshera, Charsadda, Karak, Tank, Lakki Marwat, Swabi, Shangla, Battagram, Buner, Kohat, Kurram, D.I Khan, Bannu, Waziristan, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Orakzai, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Peshawar, Mardan, Hangu on 11th &12th
  • Punjab/Islamabad: Scattered rain windstorm/thundershower (with isolated heavyfalls) is expected in Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, Faisalabad, Khushab, Sargodha, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Sahiwal, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Nankana Sahib, Chiniot, Okara, on 11th and 12th, while in Noor Pur Thal, Bhakkar, Mianwali, Layyah, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, D.G. Khan, Multan, Khanewal, Lodhran, Muzaffargarh, Kot Addu, Rahim Yar Khan and Rajanpur on 11th (evening/night) & 12th July with occasional gaps.
  • Gilgit-Baltistan: Rain windstorm/thunderstorm is expected in (Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar) on 11th (evening/night) to 13th with occasional gaps.
  • Balochistan: Isolated rain windstorm/thundershower is expected in north/northeastern parts (Zhob, Sherani, Kohlu, Barkhan, Dera Bugti and Khuzdar) on 11th &12th July.
  • Sindh: Mainly hot and very humid weather is expected in most parts of the province. However, isolated rain windstorm/thundershower is likely in Tharparkar, Sukkur, Shikarpur, Larkana, Dadu, Jacobabad, on 12/13th July.

Possible Impacts and advises:

  • Windstorm & lightning may damage weak structures (solar panels, electric poles, bill boards etc.) during the forecast period.
  • Landslides may occur in vulnerable areas of upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir on 11th &12th July. Water flow may increase in local streams and Nullahs of Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan and hill torrents of D. G. Khan on 11th &12th July.
  • Heavy rains may cause localized Urban flooding in Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Gujranwala, Lahore and Faisalabad on 11th &12th July.
  • Tourists and travelers are advised to remain extra cautious and avoid unnecessary travelling during the forecast period.
  • Farmers are advised to manage their crop activities keeping in view the weather conditions and take care of their livestock as well.
  • Prevailing hot and humid conditions are likely to subside during the forecast period.

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