Pakistan faces heavy monsoon rains starting August 17, 2025. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) reports strong currents from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. A low pressure system from the Bay of Bengal will move west and boost rain. A westerly wave adds to this setup. This forecast covers all provinces. Stay alert for updates from PMD and NDMA.
Current Monsoon Conditions in Pakistan
Monsoon activity has picked up. PMD data shows normal to slightly above normal rain for August 2025 in most areas. Southern and central parts may see more. Northern spots like KP and Gilgit-Baltistan expect normal levels. Recent rains hit places like Malam Jabba with 76 mm on August 16. The spell will grow stronger from August 17. Check PMD’s site for daily updates.
Regional Rainfall Predictions
Rain will vary by area. Most places get wind, thunder, and showers. Some spots face heavy or very heavy falls. Gaps may occur.
Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan
Widespread rain with thunder. Scattered heavy falls, sometimes very heavy. Areas include Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur in Kashmir. In Gilgit-Baltistan: Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar. Dates: August 17 to 19.
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP)
Widespread rain with wind and thunder. Scattered heavy falls, at times very heavy. Places: Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Kohat, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi, Khyber, Orakzai, Kurram, Hangu, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Waziristan, Tank, Dera Ismail Khan. Dates: August 17 to 19.
Punjab and Islamabad
Widespread rain with wind and thunder. Scattered heavy falls, sometimes very heavy. Areas: Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Mianwali, Khushab, Sargodha, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Nankana Sahib, Chiniot, Faisalabad, Sahiwal. Dates: August 17 to 19, with gaps.
Scattered rain with isolated heavy falls in south: D.G. Khan, Bhakkar, Layyah, Multan, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rajanpur, Rahimyar Khan. Dates: August 18 to 20.
Sindh
Rain with wind and thunder. Scattered heavy falls, at times very heavy. Areas: Mithi, Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Hyderabad, Shaheed Benazirabad, Karachi, Thatta, Badin, Sujawal, Tando Allayar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Sukkur, Larkana, Khairpur, Jacobabad. Dates: August 17 to 22, with gaps.
Balochistan
Rain with wind and thunder. Isolated heavy falls. Places: Barkhan, Musakhel, Loralai, Sibi, Zhob, Qilla Saifullah, Khuzdar, Lasbela, Awaran, Kech, Gwadar, Panjgur. Dates: August 17 to 21.
Possible Impacts of Heavy Rains
Heavy rain brings risks. Flash floods may hit streams in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Mansehra, Kohistan, Abbottabad, Buner, Charsadda, Nowshera, Swabi, Mardan, Murree, Galliyat, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, northeast Punjab, Kashmir. Dates: August 17 to 19.
Hill torrents in D.G. Khan and east Balochistan: August 18 to 21.
Urban floods in low spots: Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot, Peshawar, Nowshera (August 17-19). In Sindh areas like Karachi, Hyderabad: August 17-22.
Landslides in hills: KP, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir.
Damage from wind and lightning: Weak homes, poles, billboards, vehicles, solar panels.
Past monsoons show similar patterns. In 2024, rains caused over 300 deaths. This year, PMD expects less severe but still above normal in spots.
How to Stay Safe During Monsoon
Act now to reduce risks.
- Check local alerts from PMD or NDMA apps.
- Avoid streams and low areas during rain.
- Secure loose items outside.
- Drive slow in wet conditions.
- Stock water, food, and medicine.
- Report blocked drains to authorities.
For flood prep, see NDMA’s guide. External link: NDMA monsoon plan – https://www.ndma.gov.pk/
Questions like “How long will monsoon last in Pakistan?” point to July-September season. “What causes heavy rains?” ties to sea currents and waves. “Is Pakistan prone to floods?” Yes, due to climate shifts.
Preparing for Future Monsoons
Learn from 2022 floods that hit 33 million. Build better drains. Plant trees in hills. Use early warnings. PMD’s outlook helps plan ahead.
