PDMA Punjab Pre-Monsoon Rainfall Report Reveals Widespread Rain Activity
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has released detailed figures highlighting the extent of pre-monsoon rainfall across various regions in the province. As per the PDMA, Lahore’s airport area alone received 37mm of rainfall over the past 24 hours, indicating a significant start to the season.
Meanwhile, other parts of Lahore recorded only 4mm of rain, showing how rainfall distribution can vary even within the same city. With monsoon conditions gradually strengthening, more showers are expected across Punjab in the coming days.
District-Wise Rainfall Insights: A Mixed Pattern
The PDMA’s latest update outlines a district-wise distribution of rain in Punjab. Noorpur Thall witnessed 29mm, Gujranwala received 28mm, while Rawalpindi got 14mm. Sialkot and Mianwali followed with 11mm and 10mm respectively.
Other notable figures include Hafizabad at 9mm, Sargodha at 5mm, and Jhang with 4mm. Lighter showers were observed in areas like Joharabad, Gujrat, and Kasur with 1mm each. Cities such as Faisalabad, Mandi Bahauddin, Sheikhupura, and Narowal also received light rain, signaling the onset of more frequent weather changes.
More Rain Expected Until June 23 and Beyond
According to PDMA’s forecast, this current spell of pre-monsoon rains is expected to continue until June 23. The department anticipates more showers in key cities including Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, Sargodha, and Sahiwal.
This forecast is crucial for agricultural planning, urban infrastructure, and emergency response teams that prepare for the challenges of the monsoon season.
NDMA Predicts Heavier Monsoon: Climate Change in Action
Adding a broader perspective, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) recently addressed the Senate Climate Change Committee, sharing sobering statistics and expectations for the 2025 monsoon season. According to NDMA, Pakistan is likely to experience above-normal rainfall from June 30 to September 15.
The forecast includes:
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 15% to 30% more rainfall than usual
- Punjab: 50% to 60% above normal rain
- Baluchistan: A staggering 70% to 80% increase in precipitation
This dramatic forecast is a wake-up call for authorities and the public alike, highlighting the growing impact of climate change in Pakistan. The NDMA also warned that climate-related disasters cause the country an estimated loss of $4 billion annually.
Why Monitoring Rainfall Matters
Timely rainfall data, such as that provided by PDMA Punjab, is essential for public safety, agriculture, and urban management. Sudden cloudbursts, flash floods, and waterlogging are increasingly common, especially in urban centers like Lahore and Rawalpindi. With enhanced monitoring, authorities can issue timely alerts and initiate preventative measures.
As the country braces for a challenging monsoon ahead, public awareness and preparation are more critical than ever.