Rain with thunderstorms and snowfall is predicted in most districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from tomorrow till January 23, 2026.
In view of the weather situation, the Provincial Emergency Operation Center has issued an alert to all concerned district administrations and relevant institutions for taking precautionary measures.
Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said that light rain is expected at intervals in Chitral Upper and Lower, Dir Upper and Lower, Swat, Shangla, Kohistan Upper and Lower, Kolai Palace, Malakand, Buner, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Abbottabad, Galiat, and Haripur from January 16 to 19.
While during January 20 to 23, thundershowers and snowfall on the mountains are also predicted in the upper districts of the province, Chitral (Upper and Lower), Dir (Upper and Lower), Swat, Shangla, Kohistan Upper and Lower, Kolaipalas, Malakand, Buner, Mansehra, Battagram, Torghar, Abbottabad, Galiyat.
In addition, intermittent thundershowers are also expected in the plain areas of the province, Swabi, Mardan, Charsadda, Nowshera, Kohat, Khyber, Orakzai, Karak, Bannu, North and South Waziristan, Lakki Marwat, Tank, and DI Khan, during January 20 to 23.
Fog is expected in the plain areas after the rains, and a significant drop in daytime temperatures is expected. Roads may be closed or slippery due to snowfall in Naran, Kaghan, Dir, Swat, Malakand, Kohistan, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Shangla, and Galiyat. PDMA
There is also a risk of landslides and avalanches in mountainous areas. Instructions were issued to the relevant agencies to keep the drainage system functional and secure billboards. PDMA issued directives for continuous monitoring of rivers, streams, and rain drains. Tourists and travelers are urged to carry sufficient water, food, medicines, and warm clothes during snowfall
The public should stay away from electricity poles, billboards, and weak structures during strong winds or thunderstorms. PDMA’s Provincial Emergency Operation Centre is active 24 hours a day; the public can contact the toll-free helpline 1700 for any information.
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