Why is April witnessing unusual rainfall? – Explainer
- 14-Apr-2026
Unusually heavy rainfall during April has broken years-old weather records in Karachi, with experts warning that emerging patterns—from the deserts of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan’s coastline—point to intensifying climate change risks. Meteorologists have described the unexpected April rains as a “wake-up call”, highlighting growing concerns over shifting climate patterns. According to a report by Anzela […]
Light to moderate rainfall reported in different parts of Karachi
- 06-Oct-2025
KARACHI: Different parts of Karachi experienced light to moderate rainfall on Sunday, bringing brief relief from the warm weather, ARY News reported According to reports, areas including Surjani Town, North Karachi, Nagan Chowrangi, and Buffer Zone witnessed intermittent showers. Rain was also reported in Nazimabad, North Nazimabad, SITE Area, Manghopir, and surrounding localities. Meanwhile, Naya […]
Strong monsoon system brings more rain to Punjab, KP, AJK
- 30-Aug-2025
ISLAMABAD: A strong monsoon system brought more rainfall in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. In Punjab, Lahore, Sialkot, Narowal, Wazirabad, Jhelum, Gujrat, Khushab and Bahawalnagar received heavy rains. Maximum rainfall 135mm received in Lahore’s Nishtar Town. Wazirabad and outskirts received continuous rainfall for four hours. Heavy rainfall turned streets and markets in […]
Rawal Dam spillways to be opened after upsurge in water level
- 19-Aug-2025
ISLAMABAD: The authorities have decided to open spillways of Rawal Dam opened at 12:00 noon on Tuesday as the water level in the dam recorded at 1750.70 feet. The monsoon rains have enhanced the water level of Rawal Dam reservoir, which hit 1750 feet in the morning today. The spillways of the reservoir will be […]
Met office releases Karachi rainfall figures
- 19-Aug-2025
KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released the latest rainfall statistics, showing varying levels of precipitation across different parts of Karachi, ARY News reported. According to the report, Saadi Town received the highest rainfall with 35.8 millimeters, followed by Gulshan-e-Maimar with 33.3 millimeters and Nazimabad with 26 millimeters. In Surjani Town, 12.4 millimeters of […]
Maryam Nawaz issues alert for potential flash floods, heavy rainfall
- 17-Aug-2025
LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Sunday directed the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), district administration, police, and rescue services to remain on high alert and take preemptive measures amid forecasts of torrential rains and potential flash floods across the province. Maryam Nawaz also directed deputy commissioners and other officials to stay in the […]
Margalla nullahs flood Islamabad localities after rainfall
- 06-Aug-2025
ISLAMABAD: The raging nullahs from Margalla hills after the rainfall have become a difficult challenge for the residents in various localities. The rain drains passing through Chak Shahzad and Park Road are overflowing after heavy rains that have piled up feet’ deep water in the area. The rainwater has submerged localities and entered in homes. After […]
Next spell of monsoon rains to begin from tomorrow: PDMA
- 27-Jul-2025
LAHORE: Fresh monsoon spell of rains will begin from tomorrow (Monday), the PDMA Punjab has said in a statement. Director General Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Irfan Ali Kathia has said that no losses of life reported in rain-related incidents in the province during last 24 hours. DG PDMA has said that the Indus River […]
PDMA warns of flooding, landslides as monsoon hits KP hard
- 19-Jul-2025
The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted continued monsoon rains across most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from July 20 to 25, ARY News reported. According to reports, Heavy rainfall is expected in the upper districts, including Dir, Swat, Chitral, Kohistan, Malakand, Shangla, and Battagram. Rain is also likely in Buner, Kohat, Karak, Bannu, Tank, Lakki Marwat, […]
Rawalpindi Weather Today: Heavy Rainfall Brings the City to A Halt
- 17-Jul-2025
RAWALPINDI, Pakistan – July 17, 2025 – Heavy monsoon rainfall has brought Rawalpindi to a standstill today, prompting authorities to declare a local holiday across the district. The torrential downpour has led to widespread urban flooding, with water levels in the Nullah Leh canal surging dangerously high, triggering evacuation warnings for residents in low-lying areas. […]