Snowfall in Murree, dry weather set to prevail across Punjab

The dry spell in Punjab may lead to gradual increases in temperatures

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The winter weather in Pakistan continues to show contrasting conditions, with snowfall still ongoing in Murree and dry weather taking hold in the rest of Punjab.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the dry spell will persist for the next few days, with temperatures gradually rising, Express News reported.

This dry weather is expected to last for three to four more days across Punjab, including Lahore, where the daily temperatures have already begun to increase.

Lahore recorded a minimum temperature of 11°C and is expected to reach a maximum of 24°C today. The dry conditions are making the days warmer and the nights cooler.

Meanwhile, while parts of Punjab experience cloudy weather, including most areas in Upper Punjab, the chances of rain remain low. Weather experts have confirmed that there will be no significant rainfall in the region in the coming days.

In contrast, snowfall is ongoing in Murree, adding to the wintery appeal of the hill station.

Authorities are taking necessary precautions to manage the roads, with teams from the Communication and Works (C&W) Department spreading salt on the highways to prevent ice formation.

Snow removal operations are being carried out with the help of loaders and snow blowers to ensure clear roads for travellers.

Moreover, 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.