K-P weather update: Rain and snow predicted, temperature to decrease

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) is set to witness rain accompanied by thunderstorms, with a drop in temperature expected across various districts, the meteorological department said.

While most areas in the province are likely to experience dry and cold weather, upper regions will see an intensification of winter conditions.

According to forecasters, districts including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, and Hazara Division are expected to receive rainfall with thunderstorms. Similarly, Mansehra, Kohistan, Battagram, Mohmand, Bajaur, and Kurram are also likely to see precipitation.

The department further predicted snowfall in the upper regions of the province, particularly in hilly areas, which could impact travel conditions.

In the past 24 hours, Lower Dir recorded the highest rainfall at 11mm, followed by Kalam with 9mm, Mir Khani with 7mm, and Drosh with 6mm.

Chitral and Malam Jabba each received 3mm of rain, while Kakol recorded 2mm. Swat’s Saidu Sharif and Takht Bhai saw 1mm of rainfall.

Snowfall was reported in the mountainous areas, with Kalam receiving 5 inches and Malam Jabba recording 1 inch.

Authorities have urged residents to take precautions against the severe cold, while travelers heading to higher altitudes have been advised to remain alert for possible road disruptions due to snowfall.

Yesterday, a rain-bearing weather system was expected to enter Pakistan between January 31 and February 1, bringing cooler temperatures and relief from the ongoing dry spell, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted.

According to the PMD, dry weather has prevailed across Punjab, leading to gradually rising temperatures.

Lahore and several upper Punjab districts are likely to receive light rainfall in the coming days, which could temporarily lower the temperature.

The approaching rain system is expected to restore some winter chill, reducing daytime warmth.

However, meteorologists warn that climate change has shortened the duration of winter this year, leading to unseasonably warm afternoons and colder nights.

Lahore recorded a minimum temperature of 7°C today, with a maximum expected to reach 24°C.