LAHORE: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts mainly dry weather in Lahore and most parts of Punjab on Monday. However, light, scattered rain is expected in the Potohar region.
According to the PMD, a continental air mass currently prevails over much of Pakistan. A westerly wave is also affecting upper parts of the country and is expected to intensify, leading to this mix of dry and rainy weather.
Potohar Region to Receive Rain and Wind
Rain and wind are anticipated in specific areas of Punjab, primarily in the Potohar region, which includes Attock, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Jhelum, and Chakwal. Thunderstorms may also develop at isolated spots within these areas.
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Though the rain is expected to be scattered and light, it may provide some relief from the current smog situation across Punjab by slightly reducing air pollution levels.
Smog Persists in Lahore and Surrounding Areas
In the past 24 hours, smog has continued to affect multiple cities in Punjab. Lahore, along with Kasur, Okara, Sialkot, Hafizabad, Narowal, Gujranwala, Sargodha, Sheikhupura, Sahiwal, Faisalabad, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Multan, and Dera Ghazi Khan, experienced significant smog. This poor air quality poses health risks, especially for those with respiratory conditions.
The PMD also noted that fog patches appeared in Sheikhupura, Sahiwal, Toba Tek Singh, Faisalabad, Khanewal, Khanpur, Jhang, Bahawalpur, Layyah, Multan, and Dera Ghazi Khan. Dense fog was observed at isolated locations during the night, further impacting visibility on roads.
Lahore’s Weather Update
Lahore’s minimum temperature is expected to remain between 17-19°C on Monday and may drop slightly to 16-18°C on Tuesday. The city recorded a minimum temperature of 18°C this morning, with humidity levels reaching 95%.
This level of humidity, combined with the current weather conditions, contributes to the persistent smog over the city and its surrounding regions.
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