PMD weather alert: Rain, snow, and fog across Pakistan

PMD weather alert: Rain, snow, and fog across Pakistan

January, 20 2026

(Web Desk): The Pakistan Meteorological Department warns of rain, snowfall, and dense fog in several regions, with cold and dry conditions expected in parts of Pakistan.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a nationwide weather advisory, predicting rain, snowfall, and dense fog in various regions over the next 24 hours. Most parts of the country will experience cold and dry conditions, while hilly and northern areas are likely to see very cold temperatures.

Regional Weather Forecasts:

Islamabad & Surroundings: Partly cloudy with cold conditions; night temperatures expected to remain low.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Most districts will be cold and dry. Isolated rainfall and light snowfall expected in Chitral, Swat, Dir, Kohistan, Abbottabad, and Kalam.
Punjab: Cold and dry weather in most districts. Murree, Galiyat, and nearby hill areas will experience very cold, partly cloudy conditions. Dense fog expected in Sialkot, Narowal, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Okara, Pakpattan, Kasur, Khanewal, Faisalabad, Multan, Kot Addu, Bahawalnagar, Khanpur, and Bahawalpur during night and morning hours.
Sindh: Cold and dry weather expected, with fog likely in Sukkur, Rohri, Shikarpur, Kashmore, Shaheed Benazirabad, Dadu, Larkana, Tando Jam, Mohenjodaro, and Jacobabad at night and early morning.
Balochistan: Cold and dry weather across most districts; very cold conditions likely in northern areas.
Kashmir & Gilgit-Baltistan: Very cold and cloudy weather in Kashmir; isolated rain and light snowfall expected in Gilgit-Baltistan.

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Health and Safety Advisory:
Authorities have advised residents to take precautions against cold, fog, and air pollution, particularly in Lahore, which continues to rank among the world’s most polluted cities with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 565. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously in foggy conditions, while citizens should avoid outdoor exposure during peak air pollution hours.

Impact and Preparedness:
The PMD emphasizes that dense fog may disrupt road and air travel in Punjab, Sindh, and hilly regions, and warned commuters to check official travel advisories before starting journeys. Citizens are encouraged to stay updated via official channels for any weather-related alerts or emergency announcements.