Dry and Hot Weather to Persist Across Pakistan with Isolated Rainfall in Northern Areas
Key Developments:
- Predominantly dry and hot weather expected across most regions of Pakistan.
- Isolated rain and thunderstorms forecast for northern and western mountainous areas.
- Mild temperature variations recorded nationwide, with cooler conditions in northern highlands.
ISLAMABAD (Radio Pakistan) — April 23, 2026: The national weather outlook indicates that mainly dry weather conditions will prevail across most parts of Pakistan during the coming hours, accompanied by rising daytime temperatures in several plains and urban centres.
According to the official forecast, weather is expected to remain “mainly dry… while hot during the next twelve hours,” reflecting a continuation of stable atmospheric conditions across much of the country. Meteorological authorities, however, noted that certain northern and western regions may experience localized weather activity.
Partly cloudy skies with light rain, wind, or thunderstorms are likely at isolated locations in western and upper parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and northeastern Balochistan. These brief weather systems are typical of seasonal transitional patterns affecting mountainous terrain.
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Temperature Situation Across Major Cities
Morning temperatures recorded in major cities showed moderate variation between southern plains and northern high-altitude regions:
- Islamabad: 25°C
- Lahore: 26°C
- Karachi: 27°C
- Peshawar: 24°C
- Quetta: 16°C
- Gilgit: 13°C
- Murree: 12°C
- Muzaffarabad: 18°C
Meteorologists state that warming trends in central and southern regions may continue during daytime hours, while elevated areas remain comparatively cooler.
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Weather Outlook for Jammu and Kashmir Region
Forecasts for Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir indicate partly cloudy weather across Jammu and Leh, while isolated rain and thunderstorm activity is expected in Srinagar, Baramulla, Pulwama, Anantnag, and Shopian.
Temperatures recorded this morning were:
- Srinagar, Anantnag, Baramulla: 12°C
- Jammu: 22°C
- Leh: −2°C
- Pulwama and Shopian: 11°C
Officials noted that fluctuating cloud cover and localized precipitation remain consistent with spring weather patterns in the Himalayan belt.
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Public Advisory
Weather experts advise citizens to remain hydrated during warmer daytime conditions, particularly in urban centres experiencing rising temperatures. Residents in northern and mountainous regions are encouraged to stay informed about localized rain or thunderstorm developments that may temporarily affect travel and outdoor activities.
Overall, the forecast points toward stable weather nationwide, with only limited pockets of precipitation expected in higher elevations while dry and warm conditions dominate across most of Pakistan.
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