Light rain and breezy conditions are expected in several districts of Punjab over the next two days while hot and humid conditions are expected to prevail in other parts of the province, according to the meteorological department.
According to the meteorological department, rainfall is expected in Murree (17-19°C), Bahawalpur (37-39°C), Dera Ghazi Khan (29-31°C), Multan (32-34°C), Chakwal (29-31°C), Faisalabad (32-34°C), Sargodha (29-31°C), Lahore (33-35°C), Attock (30-32°C), Rawalpindi (28-30°C), Jhelum (28-30°C), and Sahiwal (34-36°C) on Wednesday and Thursday.
Humidity levels remain high, particularly in Multan (91%), Bahawalpur (75%), and Jhelum (73%), adding to the intensity of the weather. By Friday, most cities will see clear skies, with temperatures rising by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius.
In Lahore, temperatures are forecast to range between 33°C and 35°C during the rainy spell before climbing to 35-37°C on Friday under sunny skies. While the rain is expected to provide brief relief, humidity remains at 71%, keeping conditions warm and sticky.
The scattered showers in different parts of Punjab are expected to improve air quality and create a pleasant atmosphere, meteorologists said.
The meteorologists have also advised residents to prepare for short-lived storms and high humidity as Punjab transitions into warmer days.
Earlier, the PMD had predicted widespread rain, thunderstorms, and possible hailstorms across several regions in the days leading up to Eidull Fitr.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said the wet spell is expected between March 25 and 27, affecting upper and central areas, with snowfall forecasted over mountainous regions.
According to PMD, showers will likely hit Buner, Dir, Malakand, Swabi, Charsadda, Abbottabad, and Peshawar from March 25 to 27.
Other areas, including Karak, Lakki Marwat, North and South Waziristan, and Dera Ismail Khan, could also experience rain, hail, and snowfall in higher altitudes.
Islamabad, Potohar region, Murree, and Galiyat are also expected to receive rainfall and light snowfall between March 25 and 27.
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