After a two-day pause, heavy rain returned to the provincial capital on Sunday evening, drenching areas such as Mall Road, Davis Road, Gulberg, and Shimla Pahari.

The downpour, accompanied by thunder and lightning, is expected to persist through the night, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).

The PMD has also issued a weather warning, stating that wind-thunderstorms, hailstorms, and lightning from Sunday evening/night through Monday may damage loose structures including electric poles, trees, vehicles, and solar panels.

Moist currents from the Arabian Sea are penetrating the central and southern parts of the country, while a westerly wave continues to impact the upper and central regions.

Weather Forecast:

Monday: Most areas will experience partly cloudy weather. However, isolated rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms are forecast for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, central and southern Punjab, northeastern Balochistan, upper and southeastern Sindh, and Kashmir. Southeastern Sindh may see isolated heavy falls with gusty winds.

Weather Summary – Last 24 Hours:

Hot and dry weather dominated most regions, but rain-windstorms and thunderstorms occurred at scattered locations. Notable rainfall included:

KP: Cherat 43mm, Malam Jabba 7mm
Balochistan: Lasbella 29mm
Kashmir: Muzaffarabad Airport 24mm
Punjab: Chakwal 32mm, Bhakkar 10mm
Islamabad: Bokra 19mm
Sindh: Hyderabad Airport 4mm

Highest Maximum Temperatures Today:

Turbat 46°C
Dadu 43°C
Jacobabad, Khairpur 42°C

Authorities have advised the public to stay indoors during storms, avoid under-construction or weak structures, and stay alert for official updates.