The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast predicting the persistence of dense fog over the plains of Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, and upper Sindh for the next two days, 24NewsHD TV channel reported on Tuesday.
The citizens have been advised to exercise caution during these foggy conditions, and the PMD highlights that day temperatures are expected to remain below normal in most parts of Punjab due to the prevailing dense fog.
As per the synoptic situation, continental air is prevailing over the majority of the country, resulting in mainly cold and dry weather across the plains. Additionally, the northern parts are expected to experience very cold and partly cloudy conditions.
The last 24 hours witnessed cold and dry weather dominating most regions, with particularly frigid temperatures observed in the northern areas. Partly cloudy weather prevailed in Gilgit Baltistan.
The recorded lowest temperatures in the past 24 hours were -08°C in Leh, -07°C in Skardu, and -05°C in Srinagar.
Other areas experiencing chilly temperatures include Gupis, Kalam, Gilgit, Astore, Parachinar, and Rawalakot, ranging from -04°C to -03°C.