The cold weather has continues to affect Quetta and several other parts of Balochistan.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a new system of westerly winds is expected to enter the province on Sunday night. Rain and snowfall are likely in most districts.

The intensity of cold remains high across much of Balochistan. Ziarat recorded minus 10 degrees Celsius, Qalat minus 8, Quetta minus 5, while Zhob and Qila Saifullah recorded minus 4 degrees.

The PMD said rain and snowfall are expected in most districts of Balochistan until January 26. Heavy rainfall is forecast for the southern and coastal areas of the province.

Gilgit-Baltistan

Normal life has started to return in Gilgit-Baltistan following heavy snowfall. However, land routes linking upper areas with district headquarters remain cut off. The electricity supply in the region remains severely disrupted.

In Astore, a cold wave continues after recent snowfall. Daily life has resumed in the city area, while the administration has advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel. Power supply in the area has remained suspended for the past four days.

Neelum Valley

Separately, cloudy weather returned to the scenic Neelum Valley after a one-day break. Light snowfall has begun on the high mountains in both upper and lower Neelum.

Dense clouds covered the sky, leading to a further drop in temperature. Restoration work on roads blocked by recent snowfall is underway. Heavy machinery is being used for snow clearance, according to the highways department.

The administration has advised residents and tourists to avoid unnecessary travel.