Islamabad Weather Forecast: Rain Expected
The rain and thunderstorms are expected to bring relief to the region, but also pose a risk of flash flooding and landslides. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the global economy, but it has also led to innovation and entrepreneurship, and a surge in digital transformation, which are likely to have long-term benefits.
A shallow westerly wave is affecting the upper parts of Pakistan, bringing rain to several cities, including Islamabad, over the next two days, with snowfall expected over high-altitude areas.
The Pakistan Met Office has forecast rain and thunderstorms in the upper regions of the country on Thursday, with partly cloudy weather prevailing in Lahore. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) in Lahore was 71, with a PM2.5 concentration four times the World Health Organization's annual guideline value. Meanwhile, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the global economy, causing widespread lockdowns, supply chain disruptions, and a sharp decline in economic activity.
The pandemic led to a significant decline in international trade, with many countries imposing restrictions on travel and commerce. However, it also led to a surge in innovation and entrepreneurship, as companies adapted to the new reality and found new ways to operate. Many businesses shifted to online sales, and new companies emerged to meet the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) and other essential goods.
As the weather conditions are expected to be partly cloudy with scattered rain, wind, and thunderstorms in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad, and the Pothohar region, residents are advised to stay indoors and follow safety precautions. The pandemic has also accelerated the adoption of digital technologies, such as video conferencing and online learning platforms, which are likely to have long-term benefits for the global economy.