Monsoon Rainfall Predicted Till July 26 Across Pakistan
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a fresh weather alert predicting widespread monsoon rainfall across the country through July 26, warning of potential urban flooding, landslides, and flash floods in vulnerable areas.
According to the PMD, monsoon currents are entering Sindh and northern Pakistan, and a new westerly wave is expected to affect upper and central regions starting July 20.
Region-Wise Monsoon Rainfall Forecast
Sindh (July 18–20)
Light to heavy monsoon rainfall with thunderstorms is expected in:
Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Badin
Mirpurkhas, Tharparkar, Umerkot
Sukkur, Larkana, Shaheed Benazirabad
Khairpur, Dadu, Jacobabad, Kashmore
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (July 21–25)
Rain, wind, and thunderstorms with very heavy rainfall in:
Swat, Chitral, Malakand, Dir
Kohat, Karak, Bannu, D.I. Khan
Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Mansehra
Tribal areas including Waziristan, Orakzai, Khyber
Punjab and Islamabad (July 18–25)
Scattered to heavy monsoon rainfall expected in:
Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat
Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad
Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan, Muzaffargarh
Kashmir & Gilgit-Baltistan (July 20–26)
Heavy rains with possible landslides in:
Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Neelum Valley
Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, Astore, Diamir
Balochistan (July 18–25)
Thunderstorms and rain in:
Quetta, Zhob, Kalat, Lasbela, Khuzdar
Qilla Saifullah, Barkhan, Loralai, Awaran
Flash Floods, Landslides, and Urban Flooding Alert
The PMD has warned of the following hazards due to monsoon rainfall:
Flash Floods: High risk in northern KP, Murree, Kashmir, and parts of Punjab
Urban Flooding: Expected in low-lying areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, and Peshawar
Landslides: Likely in hilly areas of KP, Murree, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan
Damage to Infrastructure: Risk to weak rooftops, billboards, poles, and solar panels due to wind and rain
PMD Public Advisory
The PMD urges all citizens, especially tourists and travelers, to:
Avoid visiting hilly and flood-prone areas during monsoon rainfall
Stay indoors during thunderstorms
Follow weather alerts on official channels
Cooperate with local authorities during emergencies
Conclusion
This active monsoon rainfall season demands caution. Stay alert, stay informed, and follow safety guidelines to avoid risks caused by floods, lightning, and heavy rain across Pakistan.
