Thunderstorms Expected Nationwide Until March 31st

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecasted rainfall from March 27th to 31st across most regions of the country. A statement from the department advises people to take precautions to prevent any loss of life, damage to infrastructure, crops, and animals during this new spell of rain.

According to the Met Office, a westerly wave is anticipated to move into the western parts of the country on March 27th, reaching upper and central regions by March 28th and persisting until March 31st.

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Here’s a breakdown of the expected weather conditions in different regions:

– **Khyber Pakhtunkhwa**: Expect rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms (with snowfall in mountainous areas) in various districts including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, and others from March 27th to 31st. Heavy rainfall and hailstorms are possible on March 29th and 30th.

– **Gilgit-Baltistan/Kashmir**: Rain, wind, and thunderstorms (with snowfall in hilly areas) are forecasted for regions including Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir from March 27th to April 1st. Heavy rainfall and hailstorms may occur on March 29th and 30th.

– **Punjab/Islamabad**: Prepare for rain, wind, and thunderstorms in areas like Murree, Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Lahore, and others from the evening of March 27th to March 31st. Similar weather conditions are expected in other parts of Punjab from March 28th to 30th. Isolated windstorms and hailstorms are also possible during this period.

– **Balochistan**: Rain, wind, and thunderstorms are likely in various districts from March 27th to 29th. Dry weather with dust-raising winds is expected in southern Balochistan.

– **Sindh**: Anticipate rain, wind, and thunderstorms in certain districts on March 28th and 29th, while dry weather with dust-raising winds is expected in the southern parts of the province.