Karachi’s forecast, Rain on February 25, chance is high

Dr. Sardar Sarfaraz, the Chief Meteorologist at the Pakistan Meteorological Department, conveyed that a fresh bout of rain, hailstorms, and snow is anticipated across Pakistan commencing from February 25th. Karachi and Balochistan are also poised to experience light showers accompanied by thunderstorms. In an interview with a private news channel, Dr. Sarfaraz highlighted the likelihood of substantial rainfall and snowfall in the northern regions due to the westerly waves expected next week. The onset of Monday saw widespread rain across various parts of the nation, including Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir, reinforcing the grip of winter. Dr. Sarfaraz further elucidated that this anticipated rain spell, which began on Sunday, will persist until Wednesday, characterized by partly cloudy skies, drizzles, and snowfall in many areas. Noteworthy rainfall and snowfall were recorded in Rawlakot, Kalam, Malam Jabba, Swat, Gilyat, and Murree, reinvigorating the wintry ambiance. Swat district experienced a temperature drop as rain cascaded in the plains and light snow dusted the mountaintops. Dr. Sarfaraz urged the public to take necessary precautions amidst the anticipated weather conditions. In response to inquiries, he highlighted the tourist influx in Swat and Chitral, emphasizing that these locales are anticipated to witness heavy snowfall during this spell.