Tue, 21-Oct-2025

PMD Predicts Jumada al-Awwal Moon Sighting

PMD Predicts Jumada al-Awwal Moon Sighting

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that the crescent moon of Jumada al-Awwal 1447 AH is expected to be sighted on the evening of Thursday, October 23, across several parts of the country. According to the PMD, the new moon will be born at 5:25 PM Pakistan Standard Time (PST) on October 21. On … Read more

5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Layyah, Punjab: PMD

5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Layyah, Punjab: PMD

A magnitude 5 earthquake struck close to Punjab’s Layyah on Saturday night, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The PMD said the quake occurred 50 kilometers east of Layyah at 7:54pm at a depth of 20km. Layyah Rescue 1122 Spokesperson Waseem Hayat told Dawn.com: “The earthquake was felt in the district but no emergency … Read more

Several areas of Karachi receive light and heavy rain

Several areas of Karachi receive light and heavy rain

Karachi: Parts of Karachi experienced light to moderate rainfall on Saturday evening, bringing relief to residents after days of humid weather. The showers, which began in the afternoon, continued intermittently in several parts of the city. According to reports, North Karachi, Nagan Chowrangi, and North Nazimabad witnessed moderate rain, while Orangi Town, Baldia Town, and … Read more

PMD forecasts new spell of rain across country

Rainfall predicted in various parts of Pakistan

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted a new spell of rain starting tonight in both the upper and plain areas of the country. According to the forecast, rain is expected this evening in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad and Punjab. Some places may also experience heavy rainfall along with hailstorms. The weather department … Read more

PMD issues alert, predicts rain in Karachi and Sindh Southeastern district from tonight

PMD issues alert, predicts rain in Karachi and Sindh Southeastern district from tonight

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has said that a strong low-pressure system has developed over the Gulf of Cambay (Khambhat) and nearby Gujarat in India. According to the Cyclone Warning Centre in Karachi, the system is expected to move west-northwest and enter the Northeast Arabian Sea near Saurashtra, India, around October 1, 2025. It … Read more

Light rain and drizzle expected in Karachi today

Weather Update; Rain Expected in Southeast Sindh

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast chances of light rain and drizzle in different parts of Karachi on Monday. According to the Met Office, the city is likely to remain partly cloudy and humid over the next 24 hours. During this period, light rain or drizzle may occur at isolated locations across the … Read more

Karachi records heavy rainfall; Surjani Town tops with 129.6mm

Karachi

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Wednesday released rainfall statistics recorded in Karachi between 11 a.m. Tuesday and 8 a.m. Wednesday, showing significant downpours across the city. According to the data, Surjani Town received the highest rainfall at 129.6 millimeters, followed by North Karachi with 72.2 millimeters and Korangi with 70.5 millimeters. In other … Read more

Light rainfall brings relief to Karachi

Weather update; Rain likely in upper parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

KARACHI: The Several areas of Karachi received light rainfall early Monday morning, with showers reported in Saddar, I.I. Chundrigar Road, and Shahrah-e-Faisal. The drizzle was also recorded in Defence, Qayyumabad, Korangi Road, Burns Road, and M.A. Jinnah Road. Other localities, including University Road, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Mehmoodabad, Manzoor Colony, Baloch Colony, and adjoining areas, also witnessed light … Read more

Pakistan to witness blood moon on Sept 7–8

Pakistan

KARACHI:  Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that the country will witness the b second total lunar eclipse(blood moon) for 2025 on the night of September 7–8. According to the PMD, the eclipse will also be visible across Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, North and South America. As per Pakistan Standard Time (PST): The penumbral phase … Read more

PMD warns of urban flooding risk in Karachi

PMD

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rainfall across Sindh, including Karachi, from September 7 to 11 due to a weather system developing over the Bay of Bengal. According to the Met Office, the system is likely to bring moderate to heavy showers to various parts of Sindh, with Karachi also expected to receive … Read more

Blood Moon Eclipse to dazzle skies over Pakistan soon

Blood Moon Eclipse to dazzle skies over Pakistan soon

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced that the country will witness its first blood moon eclipse of the year on the night between September 7 and 8. A blood moon happens during a total lunar eclipse, when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon. Instead, the light bends through Earth’s atmosphere, making … Read more

Heavy rains expected in upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Heavy rains expected in upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR: More rain is likely in the upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday night and Wednesday, while Peshawar and other areas will continue to experience hot and humid weather. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a seasonal low over northern Balochistan, combined with strong monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea and Bay of … Read more

Sialkot shuts down after record rainfall

Sialkot

SIALKOT: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reported that Sialkot recorded over 363 millimeters of rain in the past 24 hours, breaking a 49-year record. According to PMD, the previous highest rainfall in the city was 339 millimeters, recorded on August 6, 1976. The unprecedented downpour has raised concerns of flooding and further strain on local … Read more

Light rain, cloudy weather expected in Karachi

Light rain

KARACHI: The metropolis is likely to experience cloudy skies, drizzle, and light rain over the next 24 hours, the Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast. According to the Met Office, the maximum temperature in Karachi is expected to remain between 31°C and 33°C, while the minimum temperature was recorded at 26.9°C. According to the Meteorological Department, … Read more

Another monsoon system to hit Karachi from August 27

Another monsoon

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast another monsoon system likely to affect Karachi and most parts of Sindh from August 27. According to the Met Office, light rain and drizzle in different parts of Karachi early Saturday morning turned the weather pleasant. Areas including North Nazimabad, Board Office, Hyderi, Scheme 33, Saddar, and … Read more

Karachi once again at risk, heavy rain is expected between August 24 and 28

Karachi once again at risk, heavy rain is expected between August 24 and 28

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned that heavy rain is expected in Karachi and Hyderabad between August 24 and 28. Authorities fear the downpour could cause flooding in low-lying areas, power cuts, and disruption of daily life. According to the NDMA, Hyderabad may receive rain with thunder and lightning, while Karachi is likely … Read more

PMD warns rainfall in Karachi and other parts of province

Intermittent rains, isolated heavy falls likely in Islamabad, Pakistan

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast an intensification of monsoon rains across various parts of the country starting on Monday. Light drizzle was reported in different areas of Karachi overnight, while heavy downpours in Dera Ismail Khan inundated low-lying areas. According to the Met Office, rainfall is expected in Karachi and other parts … Read more

Light drizzle likely as humidity persists in Karachi

Karachi

KARACHI: The city is likely to experience partly cloudy and humid weather over the next 24 hours, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). Light drizzle is expected in some areas, while maximum temperatures are forecast to range between 33°C and 35°C. The minimum temperature was recorded at 28.5 degrees Celsius, the Meteorological Department said. … Read more

More rains, heavy falls predicted across Sindh

Heavy rains and thunderstorms expected across Pakistan

More rains with isolated heavy falls are expected in Karachi, Hyderabad, and parts of Sindh on Sunday night and Monday. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), moist currents from the Arabian Sea penetrate southern parts of Pakistan and are likely to approach the upper parts tonight. A low-pressure area lies over Sindh and the … Read more

Light drizzle reported in parts of Karachi

Karachi

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast intermittent light drizzle in various parts of the city today. According to weather analysts, Karachi is likely to experience on-and-off drizzling throughout the day, though there is no expectation of heavy rainfall. Clifton, DHA, and Sea View witnessed light drizzle early this morning, adding a pleasant touch … Read more

PMD forecasts rain in parts of Sindh starting today

National

KARACHI:  The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rainfall in various parts of Sindh beginning today. According to PMD Spokesperson Anjum Nazir, monsoon currents are entering the southeastern regions of the province. Under this weather system, Tharparkar, Nagarparkar, Mithi, and surrounding areas are expected to receive rain from today until July 5, he added. Karachi, … Read more

Rain expected in Sindh from June 26: PMD

Karachi experiences heavy rainfall, thunderstorms

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rainfall across parts of Sindh starting June 26, as monsoon currents begin to penetrate the northern and central regions of the country. According to the Met Office, monsoon winds are entering Pakistan and are expected to intensify over the coming days. Under this weather system, dust storms … Read more

Pre-monsoon season begins across Pakistan

Pre-monsoon

ISLAMABAD: The pre-monsoon season has begun in Pakistan, with rainfall predicted in various parts of the country over the next three days. The several regions in Sindh, Punjab, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa had been experiencing intense heat in recent days. However, with the onset of the pre-monsoon system, a significant drop in temperatures is expected. According … Read more

PMD forecasts intense heat nationwide

PMD predicts dust storms, rain in Upper Sindh

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department(PMD) has warned that intense heat will prevail across the country during the Eid-ul-Azha holidays. According to the Met Office, from today until June 12, daytime temperatures are expected to remain 4 to 7 degrees Celsius above normal in Islamabad, Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. On Friday, … Read more

PMD warns of soaring temperatures during Eid

PMD

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning for a severe heatwave expected to affect large parts of the country during the Eid-ul-Adha holidays and the following week. According to the Met Office, a high-pressure system is forecast to develop over the region starting June 7, intensifying from June 8 onwards and causing a … Read more

Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts monsoon 2025 with flood risks

Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts monsoon 2025 with flood risks

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released its forecast for the 2025 monsoon season, predicting potentially intense conditions with above-normal rainfall and higher temperatures across several regions of Pakistan. Director General Meteorological Department, Mahr Sahbzad Khan, stated that slightly above-normal rainfall is anticipated in the central and southern parts of the country, as well as … Read more