REGIONAL FORECASTING OFFICE

REGIONAL FORECASTING OFFICE, KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA Tel: 091-9212410

Press Release:

Date: November 06, 2023

Time of issue: 18:00PST

Rain-wind/thunderstorm with snowfall over the hills predicted over the province

The Regional Met Office, Peshawar has informed that a shallow westerly weather system is approaching the region from 06^th November (evening/night) and will persist up to 10^th November 2023.

Under the influence of these weather systems:

Rain-wind/thunderstorm (with snowfall over the hills) is expected in Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur, Battagram, Kohistan, Torghar, Shangla, Chitral, Upper & Lower Dir, Swat, Bunner, Malakand, Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, Nowshera, Peshawar, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Kurram, Orakzai, Khyber, Mohmand and Bajaur districts during the forecast period with occasional gaps.
Light rainfall with thunderstorms is also expected in Dera Ismail Khan and Tank
Hailstorms are likely at isolated places in the province during the forecast period.

PossibleImpacts :

Day temperatures (Maximum Temperatures) are likely to drop from 2 to 3℃ during the spell.
Fog conditions are likely to develop over the plains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa after the passage of the weather system especially late at night and early in the morning.
Farmers of barani areas are advised to manage their crop activities accordingly.
Tourists and travelers visiting northern areas are advised to remain cautious during the period.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk
- Spokesperson

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Date: Oct 12, 2023 Time of issue: 17:45 PST

Rain-wind/Thunderstorm (snow over mountains) from 13th to 17th October with occasional gaps

Regional Meteorological Office, Peshawar informed that a westerly system is likely to enter upper parts in the evening/night on 13th October and likely to catch the upper/central parts on 14th (night). Under the influence of this weather system:

Rain-wind/thunderstorm (moderate to isolated heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Malakand, Shangla, Buner, Mansehra, Kohistan, Abbottabad, Swabi, Khyber, Mohmand, Bajaur, Peshawar, Mardan, Nowshera, Charsadda, Kurram, Kohat, Hangu, Orakzai, Bannu, Karak, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Waziristan and Dera Ismail Khan from 13th (evening/night) to 17th with occasional gaps.
Moderate to heavy snowfall is also expected at scattered places over high mountains of the province during the period.
Isolated hailstorm is likely over plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the forecast period.

Impacts and Advises:

Moderate to heavy falls may increase water flows in the local nullahs and streams of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Mansehra, Mardan, Charsadda, Swabi, Peshawar, Kohat & Abbottabad during the spell.
The weather system may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Mansehra and Abbottabad.
Hailstorm may cause injuries to people and cattle at open places; loose structures, vehicles, and crops.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
Temperatures are likely to drop significantly.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
General Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-hail storm/lightning/rains.
NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

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Date: Sep 28, 2023 Time of issue: 16:30 PST

Rain-wind/thunderstorm predicted in Khyber PK from Thursday (evening/night) to Saturday

Regional Meteorological Office, Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to enter upper parts of the country on Thursday (evening/night). Under the influence of this weather system:

Rain/wind-thunderstorm (with isolated heavy falls, and snowfall over high mountains) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Bajaur, Mohmand, and Khyber districts, from Thursday (evening/night) to Saturday, with occasional gaps.
Rain/wind-thunderstorm (with isolated hailstorm) is expected in Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Kurram, Hangu, Orakzai, Kohat, Karak, Lakki Marwat, Bannu, North & South Waziristan, Tank and DI Khan districts, on Thursday (evening/night) & Friday, with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Landslides is likely to trigger in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Temperatures are likely to drop significantly.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
Hailstorm may cause injuries to people and cattle at open places; loose structures, vehicles, and crops.
General Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-hail storm/lightning/rains.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

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Date: Sep 18, 2023 Time of issue: 15:30 PST

Rain-wind/Thunderstorm predicted in Khyber PK is extended up to 21st September with occasional gaps

Regional Met Office, Peshawar informed that light to moderate monsoon currents, in view of a Low Pressure Area (LPA) presents, over Southeast of Rajasthan (India) and its likely south-westwards' movement during next 48 hours, are penetrating in Khyber PK, until 21st September, 2023. Under the influence of this:

Rain/wind-thundershower is expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Kohistan, Shangla, Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Tank and DI Khan districts from 18th (evening/night) to 21st September with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Landslides is likely to trigger in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
General Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-storm/lightning/heavy rains.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

Spokesperson

Date: Sep 13, 2023 Time of issue: 13:30 PST

Rain-wind/Thunderstorm predicted from 15th to 20th September with Occasional Gaps

Regional Met Office, Peshawar informed that moderate monsoon currents from Bay of Bengal are likely to penetrate in upper parts of the country from 15th (evening/night). A westerly wave is also likely to enter in these areas on 16th September. Under the influence of this:

Rain/wind-thunderstorm (with few moderate to isolated heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Upper and Lower Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Mansehra, Kohistan, Abbottabad, Haripur, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Kurrum Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Bajaur, Khyber, Mardan and Swabi from 15th (evening/night) to 20th September with occasional gaps.

Rain/wind-thunderstorm is also expected in Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, Bannu, Waziristan, from 16th (evening/night) to 18th September with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Moderate to heavy rains may increase the water flows in the local Nullahs/streams of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Swabi, and Mardan districts from 15th to 20th September .
Moderate to heavy rains may cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of the province from 15th to 20th September .
Landslides is likely to trigger in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the wet spell.
Dam operators are advised to manage reservoirs levels accordingly during the wet spell.
Prevailing hot and very humid conditions are likely to subside during the spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
General Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-storm/lightning/heavy rains.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

Spokesperson

Date: August 21, 2023

Time of issue: 21:30 PST

More Monsoon Rains with occasional gaps predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 23rd to 27th August, 2023

Regional Met Office, Peshawar informed that moderate monsoon winds from Arabian Sea are likely to penetrate in upper parts of the country from 22nd August (evening/night) . A westerly weather is also likely to enter upper parts on 23rd August. Under the influence of these systems:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with few moderate to heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Dir (Upper & Lower), Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Bajaur, Khyber, Kohat, Karak, Orakzai, Hangu, and Kurram districts from 23rd to 27th August with occasional gaps.
Rain/wind-thundershower is also expected in Lakki Marwat, Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Waziristan (North & South) districts from 24th to 26th August with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Moderate to heavy rains may increase the water flows in the local Nullahs/streams of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Swabi, and Mardan districts from 23rd to 25th August.
Moderate to heavy rains may cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of the province from 23rd to 26th August .
Landslides is likely to trigger in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the wet spell.
Dam operators are advised to manage reservoirs levels accordingly during the wet spell.
Prevailing hot and very humid conditions are likely to subside during the spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-storm/lightning/heavy rains.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

Spokesperson

Date: August 11, 2023

Time of issue: 20:30 PST

More Monsoon Rains with occasional gaps predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 13th to 16th August, 2023

Regional Met Office, Peshawar informed that moderate monsoon winds from Arabian Sea are penetrating in upper parts of the country. A westerly weather is also likely to approach upper parts on 13th August. Under the influence of these systems:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with few moderate to heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Dir (Upper & Lower), Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Bajaur, Khyber, Orakzai and Kurram districts from 13th (evening/night) to 16th August, 2023 with occasional gaps.
Rain/wind-thundershower is also expected in Hangu, Kohat, Karak, Lakki Marwat, Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Waziristan (North & South) districts from 14th to 16th August, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rains may increase the water flow in the local Nullahs and streams of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Manshera, Abbottabad, Swabi, Mardan, Peshawar districts during the forecast period.
Moderate to heavy rains may cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of the province during the period.
Landslides is likely to trigger in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-storm/lightning/heavy rains.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

Spokesperson

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Date: August 01, 2023

Time of issue: 15:30 PST

More Monsoon Rains Predicted In Most Parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa During the Week

Regional Met Office, Peshawar informed that monsoon winds from Arabian Sea are likely to penetrate in the province during the current week. A westerly weather system is also likely to interact with the monsoon weather system. Under the influence of these systems:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with isolated heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Dir (Upper & Lower), Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Bajaur and Khyber districts from 02nd (evening/night) to 07th August, 2023 with occasional gaps.
Rain/wind-thundershower is also expected in Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Lakki Marwat, Kohat, Dera Ismail Khan, Bannu, Karak, Tank, Waziristan (North & South) districts from 04th (evening/night) to 07th August, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rains may increase the water flow in the local Nullahs and streams of Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Manshera, Abbottabad, Swabi, Mardan, Peshawar districts during the forecast period.
Heavy rainfall may cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of the province during the period.
Landslides is very likely to trigger in the hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists and travelers are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Wind-thunderstorm may damage loose structures like electric poles, solar panels, trees etc.
Public is advised to stay at safe places during wind-storm/lightning/heavy rains.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are advised to remain ALERT and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk

Spokesperson

Date: 27th July, 2023

Time of issue: 1500 hrs PST

Vigorously Monsoon Activity likely in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during next three days with occasional gaps

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that monsoon currents from Arabian sea are continuously penetrating in the country. A westerly wave is also present over upper and central parts of the country.

Under the influence of these weather systems:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with isolated to scattered heavy falls) is expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Kohistan, Shangla, Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Tank and DI Khan districts from 27th (night) to 30th, July with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rains may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda, Abbottabad & DI Khan during 27th (night) to 29th, July.
Heavy rains may generate flash flooding in Swat, Buner, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram, Orakzai and Khyber districts during 27th (night) to 29th, July.
Heavy rains may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram and Khyber districts during the wet spell.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls may damage loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during Wind storm/lightening/heavy falls.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk/KP-P-W.HTML

Spokesperson

REGIONAL FORECASTING OFFICE, KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA Tel: 091-9212410

Press Release:

Date: 24th July, 2023

Time of issue: 16:00 PST

Monsoon Rains are likely to continue in coming days with occasional gaps.

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that monsoon currents from Bay of Bengal and Arabian sea. A fresh Westerly wave is also to enter upper parts of the region from 25th July. Under the influence of this, the weather will be as follows.,

Rain/wind-thundershower (with few heavy falls) is expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Kohistan, Shangla, Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Tank and DI Khan districts from 25th to 30th, July with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rain may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda, Abbottabad & DI Khan.
Heavy rains may generate flash flooding in Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram, Orakzai and Khyber districts during the wet spell.
Heavy rains may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram and Khyber districts during wet spell.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls may damage loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during Wind storm/lightening/heavy falls.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk/KP-P-W.HTML

Spokesperson

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REGIONAL FORECASTING OFFICE, KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA Tel: 091-9212410

Press Release:

Date:21st July, 2023

Time of issue: 18:00 PST

Monsoon Rains are likely to continue in coming days.

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that monsoon currents from Bay of Bengal are continuously penetrating in the country and a Westerly trough is also affecting upper parts of the country and are likely to persist for the next few days. Under the influence of these weather systems:

Rain-thundershower/wind (with heavy to very heavy falls) are expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Kohistan, Torghar, Shangla, Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Bajaur Malakand, Mohmand, Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, Nowshera, Peshawar, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts from 22nd to 26th July, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rain may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda & D.I.Khan and may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram and Khyber districts during the forecast period.
Heavy rain may cause flash flooding in Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram, Orakzai and Khyber districts.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls may damage loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during Wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk/KP-P-W.HTML

Spokesperson

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Date: 17th July, 2023

Time of issue: 14:15 PST

More Monsoon Rains Predicted During the Week.

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that monsoon currents from Arabian sea are likely to penetrate in upper and central parts of the country from 18th July (night) which are likely to intensify on 19th July. Under the influence of these weather systems:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with heavy falls) is expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Kohistan, Torghar, Shangla, Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, Nowshera, Peshawar, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts from 18th July (night) to 23rd July, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rain may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda and may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram and Khyber districts during the forecast period.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Dust storm/wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls may damage loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during Dust storm/wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk/KP-P-W.HTML

Spokesperson

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Date: 11th July, 2023 Time of issue: 15:15 PST

More Monsoon Rains predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from 13th to 17th, July 2023 with occasional gaps.

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that monsoon currents from Arabian sea are likely to penetrate in upper and central parts of the country from 12th July (evening) which are likely to intensify on 14th July. A westerly wave is expected to enter upper parts of the country on 14th July (evening/night). Under the influence of these weather systems:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with few heavy falls) is expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Kohistan, Torghar, Shangla, Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, Nowshera, Peshawar, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North & South Waziristan, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts from 13th July (evening/night) to 17th July, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Impacts and Advises:

Heavy rain may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda and may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Chitral, Dir, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kurram and Khyber districts during the forecast period.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain extra cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the wet spell.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Dust storm/wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls may damage loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during Dust storm/wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls.

NOTE:

All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' and to take necessary precautionary measure during the forecast period.

For latest updates, kindly visit: https://rmckpk.pmd.gov.pk/KP-P-W.HTML

Spokesperson

Date: 02nd July, 2023 Time of issue:- 17:00PST.

Monsoon Rains predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from 03rd July to 08th July 2023 with occasional gaps.

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that moist currents are penetrating in upper parts of the country from Arabian sea and a westerly wave is also likely to enter in upper parts of the country on 03rd July, 2023 (evening/night).

Under the influence of this weather system:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with few heavy falls/hailstorm) is expected in Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Kohistan, Torghar, Shangla, Chitral, Upper & Lower Dir, Swat, Bunner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Mardan, Swabi, Charsadda, Nowshera, Peshawar, Khyber, Kohat, Hangu, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Orakzai and Kurram districts, from 03rd July (evening/night) to 08th July, 2023 with occasional gaps.
Rain/wind-thundershower with isolated heavy falls is also expected in Karak, Tank, D.I.Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from 05th July to 08th July, 2023.

Possible Impacts:

Heavy rain fall may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Charsadda and may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Balakot, Kohistan, Torghar, Chitral, Lower and Upper Dir (hilly areas) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, from 04th to 07th July, 2023.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
During the dust storm/wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls the loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc may damage and general public is advised to stay at safe places during the period.

NOTE: All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

Date: 22nd June, 2023, Time: 18:00 PST

Pre-Monsoon Rains with dust thunderstorm predicted in upper and central parts from 25th to 30th June with occasional gaps (Prevailing Heat wave conditions are likely to subside from 25th June).

Regional Meteorological Center Peshawar, informed that moist currents are penetrating in upper and central parts of the country from Arabian sea and a westerly wave is likely to enter in upper parts of the country on 25th June. Under the influence of this weather system:

Rain/wind-thundershower (with few heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Hangu, Orakzai, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat districts from 25th June to 30th June with occasional gaps.
Rain/wind-thundershower (with few heavy falls) is expected also in Karak, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from 26th to 29th June.

Possible Impacts:

Prevailing heat wave conditions are likely to subside during the forecast period.
Heavy rain fall may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Peshawar on 26th and 27th of June, and may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Balakot, Kohistan, Chitral, Lower and Upper Dir of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Travelers and tourists are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.
Farmers are advised to manage their agricultural activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
During the dust storm/wind-thunderstorm & heavy falls the loose structure like electric poles, sign boards, solar panels etc may damage and general public is advised to stay at safe places during dust thunderstorm and heavy showers.

NOTE: All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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DATE :- 19TH JUNE 2023.

TIME OF ISSUE :- 1800 PST

Temperatures are likely to raise gradually in most parts of the province during the week. Heat wave like conditions may develop (especially in southern & central) parts of the Province.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that due to high pressure in the upper atmosphere the day temperatures are likely to increase gradually in most parts especially in southern & central parts of the province from 20th to 24th june,2023.

Day temperatures are likely to remain 03-05°C above normal in the province.
Occasional dust/thunderstorm with rain at isolated places (in pockets) is expected in the province during the period.

Possible impacts :

Due to rise in temperature power and water demand will increase in the coming days.
Farmers are advised to manage the watering of crop accordingly.
General public are advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight.

Note:- Judicious use of water is requested in all aspects of life.

Spokesperson

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Date 12th JUNE, 2023,
TIME of issue : 1800 pST

Wind-Dust/Thunderstorm-Rain with isolated heavy falls & hailstorm is expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 13^th June to 18^st June, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is also likely to enter in upper parts of the country on 14^th June (Wednesday). Under the influence of this weather system:

Wind-dust/thunderstorm-rain with isolated heavy falls & hailstorm is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Hangu, Orakzai, Kohat, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from Tuesday, 13^thto Wednesday 14^th June.
More rain-dust/thunderstorm with a few hailstorms (Isolated heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Hangu, Orakzai, Kohat, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from 15^th to 18^th June with occasional gaps.
· Possible Impacts:

o Dust storm / wind storm & hailstorm may cause damage to loose structure and standing crops in the province.

o Farmers are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.

o Tourists are advised to plan their activities accordingly.

o General public is advised to stay at safe places during dust-wind/thunderstorm & hailstorm.

Heavy rain falls may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of the province during the forecast period.

o Temperatures are likely to reduce slightly.

NOTE: All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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Date 26th May, 2023,
TIME of issue : 1700 pst

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More Wind-Dust/Thunderstorm-Rain with isolated heavy falls & hailstorm is expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 28^th May to 31^st May, 2023 with occasional gaps.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that another westerly wave is likely to enter in western and upper parts of the country on Sunday, the 28^th May, 2023 and likely to spread over most parts of the province on Monday, the 29^th May, 2023 and likely to persist until Wednesday, the 31^st May, 2023. Under the influence of this weather system:

Wind-dust/thunderstorm-rain with isolated heavy falls & hailstorm is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Hangu, Orakzai, Kohat, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from Sunday to Wednesday, 28^th to 31^st , May 2023 with occasional gaps.

· Possible Impacts:

o    Dust storm / wind storm & hailstorm may cause damage to loose structure and standing crops in the province during 28^th to 31^st May, 2023.

o    Farmers are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.

o    Tourists are advised to plan their activities accordingly.

o    General public is advised to stay at safe places during dust-wind/thunderstorm & hailstorm.
- Heavy rain falls may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of the province during the forecast period.
o Temperatures are likely to reduce slightly.

NOTE: All concerned authorities are particularly advised to remain 'ALERT' during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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DATE: 22ND May, 2023 Time of issue: 09:00 hrs PST

Wind-dust/thunderstorm-rain is expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during coming days with occasional gaps

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to enter in upper and central parts of the country on 22nd (evening/night) and likely to persist in upper and central parts during the week with occasional gaps.

Under the influence of this weather system:

Wind-dust/thunderstorm-rain with a few hailstorm (Isolated heavy falls) is expected in Chitral, Upper & Lower Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Bajaur, Kurram, North & South Waziristan, Kohat, Karak, Hangu, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts on 22nd to 26th May.

Possible Impacts:

Dust storm/ wind storm may cause damage to loose infrastructure and standing crops in the province.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during the dust storm/windstorm/thunderstorm

ALERT: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “ALERT” to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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Date: 16 MAY 2023

Time of issue: 11:00 hrs PST

Wind-dust/thunderstorm rain is expected in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during next 02 days

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to enter in upper parts of the country on 16th (evening/night) and likely to persist in upper and central parts till 18th May.

Under the influence of this weather system:

Wind-dust/thunderstorm rain with isolated hailstorm is expected in Chitral, Upper & Lower Dir, Malakand, Buner, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Bajaur, Kurram, North & South Waziristan, Kohat, Karak, Hangu, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan districts on 17th & 18th May.

Possible Impacts:

Dust storm/ wind storm may cause damage to loose infrastructure and standing crops in the province.
Farmers are advised to manage their activities keeping in view the weather forecast.
Tourists are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.
General public is advised to stay at safe places during the dust storm/windstorm/thunderstorm

ALERT: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “ALERT” to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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Date: 26 April 2023

Time of issue: 11:30 hrs PST

Rain-wind/thunderstorm is expected in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in coming days with occasional gaps

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to enter in the country from 26th April (Evening/night) and likely to spread in central and southern parts of the country and may persist till first week of May.

Under the influence of this weather system:

Rain-dust/thunderstorm with isolated hailstorm is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Khyber, Bajaur, Orakzai, Kurram, Kohat, Karak, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank and Waziristan from 26th and 27th April.
More Rain-dust/thunderstorm with isolated hailstorm is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Khyber, Bajaur, Orakzai, Kurram, Kohat, Karak, Kohat, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank and Waziristan from 30th April to 05th May.

Possible Impacts:

Strong wind & hailstorm may cause damage to loose infrastructure and standing crops in the province.
Heavy rains may trigger Flash Floods in Dir, Swat, Shangla, Chitral, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad and Kurram.
Landslides may occur in vulnerable areas of the province during the forecast period.
Day temperature is likely to fall significantly during the spell.
Tourists are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.

ALERT: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “ALERT” to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

Date: 13 April 2023

Time of issue: 1300 hrs PST

Rain-wind/thunderstorm with isolated heavy falls/ hailstorm predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from 15th to 20th April.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that another westerly wave is likely to enter upper parts of the country on 15th April, 2023 and would spread in western and central parts subsequently.

Under the influence of this weather system:

Rain with dust thunderstorm with isolated hailstorm is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Khyber and Bajaur from 15th (evening/night) to 20th April with occasional gaps.
Rain-dust/thunderstorm with isolated hailstorm is expected in Kurram, Waziristan, Kohat, Karak, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Lakki Marwat, Bannu and Orakzai on 17th and 18th April 2023.

Possible Impacts:

Strong wind & hailstorm may cause damage to loose infrastructure and standing crops in the province.
Heavy rains may trigger Flash Floods in Dir, Swat, Shangla, Chitral, Kohistan, Torghar, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad and Kurram.
Landslides may occur in vulnerable areas of the province during the forecast period.
Day temperature is likely to fall significantly during the spell.
Tourists are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.

ALERT: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “ALERT” to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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20th March 2023 Time: 15:00 PST

Rain-Thunderstorm/Wind (with heavy falls) predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 21^st to 24^th, March 2023.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that an another strong westerly wave is likely to enter in the country from Tuesday, the 21st March and likely to persist till Friday, the 24th March. Under the influence of this weather system:

Widespread rain-wind / thundershower with scattered heavy falls (isolated hailstorm) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts during the forecast period.

Possible Impacts:

Strong wind & Hailstorm may cause damage to loose infrastructure and standing crops in the province.
Heavy Rains may cause Flash Floods in Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Nowshera, Mardan, Waziristan, Bajaur and Urban flooding in Peshawar on 23rd and 24th March.
Landslides may occur in hilly areas of in vulnerable areas during the forecast period.
Day temperature is likely to fall significantly during the spell.
Tourists are advised to remain more cautious during the forecast period.

ALERT: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “ALERT” to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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14th March 2023 Time: 13:00 PST

Rain-thunderstorm/Wind with hailstorm predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 16^th to 20^th, March 2023.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to approach western parts of the country on Thursday, the 16^th March and may persist till Monday, the 20^th March, 2023 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain-wind thunderstorm/hailstorm are expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from Thursday, 16th March, 2023 to Monday 20th March, 2023.

· Isolated snowfall over the high mountains of Chitral, Dir, Upper Swat and Kohistan districts during the forecast period.

Possible Impacts:

· Rain may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of Chitral, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts during the forecast period.

· Occasional reduction in visibility due to heavy rainfall/hailstorm.

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in rain-feed areas.

· Tourists are advised to remain extra cautious during the forecast period.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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Date: 26^th February, 2023 Time: 18:00 PST

Rain-wind/thunderstorm with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from Tuesday (evening/night) to Thursday

(28th February to 02nd March, 2023).

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that westerly wave is likely to approach western parts of the country on Tuesday (evening/night), the 28th February and likely to grip most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Wednesday, the 01st March and may persist over upper & central parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa till Thursday, the 02nd March, 2023.

Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain-wind/thunderstorm with snowfall over the hills (with isolated heavy rainfall/ hailstorm) are expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Kurram & Khyber districts from Tuesday (evening/night) to Thursday.

· Rain-wind/thunderstorm (with isolated hailstorm) is expected in Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from Tuesday (evening/night) to Thursday (afternoon/evening).

Possible Impacts:

· Strong winds/hailstorm may cause damage to lose infrastructure and standing crops/ orchards during the forecast period.

· Snowfall may disrupt normal vehicular traffic in mountainous/hilly areas during and after the spell.

· Rain may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of Chitral, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts during the forecast period.

· Occasional reduction in visibility due to heavy rainfall/hailstorm.

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in rain-feed areas.

· Day temperatures are likely to fall 05 to 07 °C during the spell.

· Tourists are advised to remain cautious during the forecast period.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

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Date: 07^th February, 2023 Time: 14:30 PST

Rain-wind/thunderstorm with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on 09th & 10th February, 2023.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to approach western parts of the country on Wednesday (night), the 08^th February and likely to grip most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Thursday, the 09^th February and may persist till Friday, the 10^th February, 2023.

Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain-wind/thunderstorm with snowfall over the hills (with moderate to isolated heavy rainfall/snowfall) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Bajaur, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Kurram and Khyber districts from Wednesday (night) to Friday.

· Rain-wind/thunderstorm (with isolated hailstorm) is expected in Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Mohmand, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts on Thursday & Friday (morning/noon).

Possible Impacts:

· Moderate to heavy snowfall may disrupt and cause closure of road in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts during the forecast period.

· Rain may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of Chitral, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts during the forecast period.

· Occasional reduction in visibility due to heavy rainfall/snowfall.

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in rain-feed areas.

· Temperatures are likely to fall after the wet spell.

· Tourists are advised to remain extra cautious during the forecast period.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

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Date: 27^th January, 2023 Time: 14:00 PST

Rain with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 28^th to 30^th, January 2023.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to approach western parts of the country on Saturday, the 28^th January and likely to grip most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Sunday, the 29^th January and may persist till Monday, the 30^th January, 2023.

Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain-wind (with moderate to isolated heavy snowfall over the hills and isolated thunderstorm/hailstorm) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur and Swabi districts from Saturday (evening) to Monday with relatively heavy rainfall/snowfall on Sunday (night) & Monday (morning).

· Light rain-wind (with light to moderate snowfall over the hills and isolated thunderstorm/hailstorm) is expected in Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North & South Waziristan districts from Sunday & Monday.

Possible Impacts:

· Moderate to heavy snowfall may disrupt and cause closure of road in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Khyber and Kurram districts during the forecast period.

· Rain may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of Chitral, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts during the forecast period.

· Occasional reduction in visibility due to heavy rainfall/snowfall.

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in rain-feed areas.

· Temperatures are likely to fall significantly after the wet spell.

· Tourists are advised to remain extra cautious during the forecast period.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

Date: 19^th January, 2023 Time of issue 16:30PST

Rain with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 19th(night) to 25th , January 2023

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave affecting North Balochistan & northwestern parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is likely to grip upper parts of the country on Friday, the 20^th January, 2023 and may persist till Wednesday, the 25^th January, 2023 with occasional gaps. Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain-wind (with snowfall over the hills and isolated thunderstorm/hailstorm) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur and Swabi districts from Thursday (night) to Wednesday (19^th to 25^th January, 2023), with relatively heavy rainfall/snowfall from Monday to Wednesday (23^rd to 25^th January, 2023).

· Light rain (with light snowfall over the hills and isolated thunderstorm/hailstorm) is expected in Mardan, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak and Kohat districts from Friday to Wednesday (20^th to 25^th January, 2023).

· Light rain/drizzle-wind is likely to occur over Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, North & South Waziristan, Bannu & Lakki Marwat districts on Friday & Saturday (20^th & 21^st January, 2023).

Possible Impacts:

· Heavy snowfall may disrupt and cause closure of road in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts.

· Rain may trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of Chitral, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts.

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in rain-feed areas.

· Temperatures are likely to fall significantly after the wet spell.

· Tourists are advised to remain extra cautious during the forecast period.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

Spokesperson

Date: 09th January, 2023

Time: 19:00 PST

Rain with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 11th to 13th January 2023.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to enter north Balochistan on Tuesday, the 10th January (night) and likely to grip most parts of the province on Wednesday, the 11th January, and may persist on upper parts of the province till Friday, the 13th January, 2023. Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain (snowfall over the hilly areas) is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts from 11th to 13th January, 2023 with relatively heavy snowfall on 11th January, 2023.

· Light to moderate rain (light snowfall over the hills) is expected in Haripur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North and South Waziristan districts on 11th & 12th January, 2023.

Possible Impacts:

· Heavy snowfall may disrupt and cause closure of roads in Dir, Swat, Shangla, Chitral, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts.

· Rain may trigger landslides in some vulnerable parts of upper districts.

· Foggy conditions are likely to subside during the forecast period.

· Temperatures are likely to fall significantly during and after the wet spell.

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in rain-feed areas.

· Tourists are advised to remain extra cautious during the forecast period.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

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Date: 05th January, 2023 Time: 18:45 PST

Rain with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during 07th to 09th January 2023.

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that a westerly wave is likely to enter north Balochistan on 06th January (evening/night) and likely to grip most parts of the province on weekend (07th & 08th January) and likely to persist on upper parts of the province till Monday, the 09th January, 2023. Under the influence of this weather system:

· Rain with snowfall over the hills is expected in Chitral, Lower & Upper Dir, Malakand, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra and Abbottabad districts during the forecast period.

Light to moderate rain with light snowfall over the hills is expected in Haripur, Mardan, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Charsadda, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan, North and South Waziristan districts during the forecast period

Possible Impacts:

· Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in Barani areas.

· Foggy conditions are likely to subside during the forecast period.

· Day temperatures are likely to fall by 05 to 07 °C during the wet spell.

· Snowfall may disrupt normal vehicular traffic in mountainous/ hilly areas.

· Rain may trigger landslides in some vulnerable parts of upper districts.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain cautious to avoid any untoward situation during the forecast period.

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Date: 27th December, 2022 Time: 14:00 PST

Rain with snowfall over the hills predicted in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Regional Weather Forecasting Center Peshawar informed that after a long dry spell, a westerly wave has entered in northwestern parts of Balochistan and likely to grip most parts of the province on Wednesday, the 28^th December, 2022 (night) and likely to persist in upper parts of the province till Friday, the 30^th December, 2022 (Morning / Noon).

Under the influence of this weather system:

Light to Moderate rain with snowfall over the hills is expected in most districts of the province form 28^th (night) to 30^th (morning / noon) December, 2022.

Possible Impacts:

Rain will be beneficial for the standing crops especially in Barani areas.
Foggy conditions are likely to subside during the forecast period.
Day temperatures are likely to fall by 05 to 07 °C during the wet spell.
Snowfall may disrupt normal vehicular traffic in mountainous/ hilly areas.

Spokesperson

Date: 23^rd December, 2022 Time: 15:30 PST

Press Release:

Dense Foggy conditions are likely to continue in Plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in coming days

Regional Weather Forecasting Office Peshawar informed that due to persistent dry weather, dense foggy conditions are likely to continue in most plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa while very cold weather conditions in most hilly areas of the province in coming days.

· Dense/Very Dense fog is likely to prevail over Peshawar to Swabi motorway and national highways during night and morning hours in coming days.

· Dense fog is likely to prevail over Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Charsadda, Peshawar, Lakki Marwat and Dera Ismail Khan districts during night and morning hours in coming days.

· Very cold weather conditions are likely in most hilly areas of the province, including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Khyber, Hangu & Kurram districts.

Possible Impacts:

· Foggy conditions may disrupt transportation means.

· Poor air quality/ dry air may affect vulnerable/ill people.

Note: Travelers on Motorway and National highways are advised to avoid unnecessary journeys and to adopt precautionary measures during traveling.

Spokesperson

Foggy conditions are likely to persist in Plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Press Release:

Date: 5th December, 2022, Time: 13:00 PST

Regional Forecasting Office Peshawar informed that due to persistent dry weather, foggy conditions are likely to continue in most plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the week with increasing intensity.

· Dense fog is likely to prevail over Peshawar to Islamabad motorways and national highways in night and morning hours during the week.

· Moderate/Dense fog is likely to prevail over Swabi, Mardan, Nowshera, Charsadda, Peshawar, Lakki Marwat and Dera Ismail Khan districts in night and morning hours during the week.

· Cold wave conditions are likely in most hilly areas of the province, including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Buner, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Khyber, Hangu and Kurram districts.

Possible Impacts:

Foggy conditions may disrupt transportation means.
Poor air quality/ dry air may affect vulnerable/ill people.

Note: Travelers on motorway and national highways are advised to avoid unnecessary journeys and to adopt precautionary measures during traveling.

Dated of issue: 02nd November, 2022

Rain/Snowfall Predicted in the province

Regional Met Office, Peshawar has informed that a Western Disturbance (westerly weather system) is very likely to affect the province from 4th & most parts from 05th November, 2022 and may persist up to 7th November, 2022 with occasional gaps. Under the influence of the weather system:

Fairly widespread to widespread light to moderate rainfall/snowfall is very likely over Chitral, Dir Upper, Kalam, Shangla, Kohistan and Kaghan (Naran);
Scattered to fairly widespread rain-thundershower/hailstorm accompanied by gusty winds is likely to occur over Bunner, Malakand, Swat, Timergara, Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Swabi, Mardan, Peshawar, Charsadda, Kohat, Khyber, Orakzai, Bajaur, Mohmand, Nowshera, Risalpur & Cherat Cantonments.
Isolated rainfall over plains along with dust storm/gusty winds are likely to occur over Tank, North &and South Waziristan, Lakki Marwat, Karak, Hangu, Bannu & Dera Ismail Khan.

Possible Impacts:

Snowfalls at upper most areas of KP may cause closure of roads.
Temperatures may be decreased below freezing at some upper parts of the province.

NOTE: All concerned authorities are advised to remain "ALERT" during the forecast period.

Date & Time of issue: Monday, October 17, 2022 18:30 PST

Rain/Snowfall Predicted in the province

Regional Met Office, Peshawar has informed that a westerly weather system is likely to affect the central and upper parts of the province from the night of 18th and may persist up to 21st October, 2022. Under the influence of the weather system:

Snowfall with rain is very likely to occur over Chitral, Kalam, Shangla, Kohistan and Kaghan (Naran).
Rain-thundershower/hailstorm accompanied by gusty winds is likely to occur over Bunner, Malakand, Swat, Dir, Timergara, Abbottabad, Haripur, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Swabi, Mardan, Peshawar, Charsadda, Kohat, Khyber, Orakzai, Bajaur, Mohmand, Noshehra, Risalpur & Cherat Cantonments.
Dust storm/gusty winds are likely to occur over Tank, North & South Waziristan, Lakki Marwat, Karak, Hangu, Bannu & Dera Ismail Khan.

Possible Impacts:

· Snowfall at uppermost parts of Chitral district may cause closure of roads.

· Temperatures may be decreased below freezing at some upper parts of the province.

Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain "VIGILANT" during the Period.