Islamabad, Pakistan Weather: More rain, windstorms expected
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More rain and windstorms are expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and several parts of Pakistan on Monday night and Tuesday, with occasional breaks. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a westerly weather system is currently affecting the upper regions of the country. Under the influence of this system, cloudy weather accompanied by rain and windstorms is forecast for Islamabad, Rawalpindi, the Potohar region, upper Punjab, upper and central Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir from Monday night through Tuesday. Isolated areas may also experience moderate to heavy rainfall and hailstorms. Temperature forecast: The maximum temperature in Islamabad and Rawalpindi is expected to remain between 23°C and 25°C on Tuesday, 25°C and 27°C on Wednesday, and 26°C and 28°C on Thursday. Weather during the last 24 hours: Hot and dry weather prevailed across most parts of the country over the past day, while southern districts continued to experience intense heat. However, rain, windstorms and thunderstorms were reported in Islamabad and isolated areas of upper and central Punjab, the Potohar region, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. Rainfall recorded (mm): In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pattan received 18mm of rain, followed by Parachinar 16mm, Takht Bai 14mm, while Kalam, Kakul and Balakot recorded 10mm each. In Punjab, Sialkot recorded the highest rainfall with 16mm in the city area and 13mm at the airport. Mandi Bahauddin received 14mm, while Mangla, Narowal and Hafizabad each recorded 13mm. Gujranwala received 12mm, and Islamabad Airport received 9mm. In Kashmir, Muzaffarabad Airport recorded 10mm of rainfall, while the city area received 9mm. Rawalakot recorded 7mm. In Gilgit-Baltistan, Hunza and Chilas received 2mm of rain each. Hottest areas: Turbat remained the hottest city in Pakistan with a maximum temperature of 47°C, while Mithi and Sibbi recorded 46°C each. In Islamabad, the maximum temperature reached 36°C, with evening h