A severe cold wave continues to sweep across Pakistan, with heavy snowfall blanketing the northern areas and even bringing unusually frigid temperatures to Karachi.

Skardu has received two inches of snow, while higher altitudes have seen snowfall reaching up to 2.5 feet. In Ghizer, temperatures plummeted to -15°C, freezing waterfalls and lakes. Meanwhile, fresh snowfall in Murree has drawn a surge of tourists.

Skardu experienced two inches of snowfall and a recorded temperature of -13°C. Ghizer, the coldest region, saw temperatures plummet to -15°C, causing waterfalls and lakes to freeze over. In Murree, a fresh blanket of snow has attracted numerous tourists. Upper Azad Kashmir is enjoying picturesque winter scenes thanks to rain and snowfall.

Leh recorded a temperature of -8°C, Kalat -7°C, while Quetta, Ziarat, and Hunza experienced temperatures of -6°C. Kalam and Bagrot saw temperatures drop to -5°C.

Even Karachi, typically known for its mild winters, experienced its coldest night of the season so far, with a minimum temperature of 7°C and a perceived temperature of 6°C. Citizens reported shivering through the unusually cold weather.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast that cold conditions will persist across Sindh, including Karachi, for the next 24 hours.

Meanwhile, dense fog in several cities across Punjab has reduced visibility, leading to the closure of motorways at various locations. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and check for updates on road closures.