Stormy Weather Ahead: Rain and Hail Forecast for Northern and Central Pakistan from June 13–16

Islamabad — The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast a significant weather shift across Pakistan beginning June 13, as moisture-laden winds and a fresh westerly wave converge to bring widespread rain, thunderstorms, and isolated hailstorms to various regions.

According to the latest advisory, unstable weather is expected to affect northern Pakistan and parts of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Sindh between June 13 and 16, with intermittent breaks in activity.

Northern Areas to See Showers and Hailstorms

Districts including Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galliyat, Chitral, Dir, Swat, Malakand, Mansehra, Battagram, Shangla, Kohistan, and Abbottabad are likely to experience thunderstorms and dust storms, with possible hail episodes during the forecast period.

Central and Northern Punjab, KP Bracing for Storms

Rain and dust storms are also expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mianwali, Sargodha, Hafizabad, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, Faisalabad, Jhang, and Toba Tek Singh. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regions such as Haripur, Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Kohat, Bannu, Karak, D.I. Khan, and Waziristan are also on alert.

In Balochistan, weather disturbances may affect Zhob, Barkhan, and Musakhel districts.

Southern Punjab and Upper Sindh Also at Risk

The forecast extends to southern Punjab and upper Sindh, where vulnerable communities may face additional challenges due to underdeveloped infrastructure and possible damage from high winds and heavy downpours.

Potential Hazards and Public Advisory

The authorities have issued warnings for strong winds, hail, and localized flooding that may damage electric poles, solar panels, trees, and vehicles—particularly in urban centers like Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

The incoming system is also expected to bring welcome relief from the ongoing heatwave gripping much of the country.

Precautionary Measures Urged

• Farmers are advised to reschedule harvesting and irrigation activities to protect crops.

• Travelers and tourists should monitor weather updates and avoid risky areas during storms.

• The general public is urged to stay indoors during severe weather and avoid parking vehicles under trees or unstable structures.