PMD Forecasts More Rain, Warns of Urban Flooding in Punjab Cities

As the monsoon season continues, weather forecasts now indicate that heavy rains are expected in Islamabad.

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In Karachi, a high alert has been issued in anticipation of heavy monsoon rains.

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Heavy rains have also been forecast for Islamabad as the monsoon weather system continues to affect various parts of the country.

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Updated: 9:34 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast more scattered monsoon rains and gusty winds for Lahore and other parts of Punjab on Thursday night and Friday, with isolated heavy falls also expected.

According to the PMD, a westerly wave is affecting the upper and western parts of the country, while moist currents from the Arabian Sea are penetrating the upper and central regions. Currents from the Bay of Bengal are also likely to enter Pakistan from Thursday night.

The department has issued a warning that heavy rains may cause urban or flash flooding in cities including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Narowal, Gujranwala, Lahore, and Faisalabad. Flash flooding is also a risk in the hill torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan. The PMD also cautioned that strong winds could damage weak structures.

Over the past 24 hours, rain and gusty winds were recorded across parts of Punjab, with Murree receiving 72mm of rainfall.

Updated: 8:22 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

The death toll from rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa over the last 48 hours has risen to nine, with 23 people reported injured. The casualties were primarily due to roof collapses.

Separately, another roof collapse was reported at a house in Mandi Bahauddin.

Updated: 6:34 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

At least 11 people have died and several others have been injured in rain-related incidents across Pakistan over the past two days. The monsoon weather has caused widespread damage, particularly in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Balochistan.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was the most affected province, with seven fatalities and 19 injuries reported. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the deaths included two men, four children, and one woman. The incidents were attributed to the collapse of roofs and walls due to heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flash floods. The PDMA also reported that 38 houses were damaged in the province.

In Punjab, two people were killed and nine others were injured over the last 24 hours. Rescue 1122 confirmed that two deaths occurred in Attock after a wall collapsed. Other injuries were reported in Khushab, where a person was struck by lightning, and in Sargodha, where a signboard fell during strong winds.

In Balochistan’s Zhob district, two members of the same family died and three others were injured when the roof of their house collapsed. Officials stated the incident occurred in the Akakhel area of Zhob city.

Updated: 4:43 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for more rain across the country.

Updated: 2:17 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

Heavy rainfall in Lahore has reportedly triggered a power crisis in the city. Meanwhile, rain has also been reported in other major urban centres, including Karachi and Islamabad, as the monsoon weather system continues to affect different parts of the country.

Updated: 1:03 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

At least two people were killed and nine others injured in various rain- and wind-related incidents across Punjab over the past 24 hours, Rescue 1122 reported on Thursday.

The two fatalities occurred in Attock when a wall collapsed during heavy rain and strong winds, an incident that also injured three other people. In a separate incident in Attock, three people were injured when a house roof collapsed.

Rescue 1122 also reported an injury in Khushab due to a lightning strike, and another in Sargodha from a collapsing signboard. In Sheikhupura, one person was injured after a roof collapsed.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has placed the administration on high alert, with widespread windstorms and thundershowers forecast to continue until July 6.

Updated: 12:26 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

Heavy monsoon rains have raised the threat of urban flooding in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the latest weather updates.

Updated: 11:41 AM PKT — July 2, 2026

Heavy pre-monsoon showers have been reported in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. Additionally, a rainfall alert has been issued for Karachi, where safety measures are being updated.

Updated: 11:26 AM PKT — July 2, 2026

In Jhelum, a 16-year-old boy was reportedly swept away in a rain drain amid the heavy downpours. Separately, a house roof collapsed in Attock due to the severe weather.

Updated: 5:40 AM PKT — July 2, 2026

On July 2, torrential rains were reported in various cities across Pakistan as the first spell of the monsoon season continues.

Updated: 10:45 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

The first spell of monsoon rains is expected to continue in Lahore and other parts of Punjab over the next three to four days with occasional breaks, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The forecast includes Rawalpindi, Murree, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, and Sargodha.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert for potential urban flooding in Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Lahore, and Faisalabad. The authority has advised citizens to take precautions during periods of strong winds and thunderstorms.

Updated: 9:39 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

More specific reports indicate that severe weather, including torrential rain and strong winds, has struck the Hazara Division.

Updated: 9:02 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

The first spell of monsoon rains has reportedly caused widespread damage after hitting parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Updated: 8:24 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

The first spell of monsoon rains, accompanied by gusty winds, arrived in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and other parts of Pakistan on Wednesday, July 1, providing relief from the recent heatwave and causing a significant drop in temperatures.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a westerly wave is currently over the upper parts of the country, while moisture from the Arabian Sea is affecting central and eastern regions. The department forecasts that more moisture from the Bay of Bengal will reach northern areas, leading to more rain throughout the current week.

The PMD has forecast more monsoon rains, gusty winds, and isolated heavy rainfall for Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Balochistan. In Sindh, scattered rain and winds are predicted for Sukkur, Larkana, Dadu, and surrounding districts on July 3 and 4.

• Heavy rainfall may cause urban flooding in major cities including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Lahore, Faisalabad, and Gujranwala.
• Flash flooding is possible in local streams and nullahs in mountainous regions, as well as in the hill torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan.
• Landslides could occur in vulnerable areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir.
• Gusty winds and lightning may damage infrastructure such as electric poles and solar panels.

Authorities have advised tourists and travellers to avoid unnecessary movement during this period. Farmers have also been urged to take precautionary measures for their crops and livestock.

Updated: 5:53 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

In Karachi, a decision has been made regarding the cleaning of drains ahead of the expected monsoon rains.

Widespread monsoon rains are expected to begin across Pakistan on Wednesday, July 1, according to available weather reports.