Heavy rain, accompanied by hail and thunderstorms, fell on the provincial capital on Tuesday, while the Meteorological Department expected similar weather conditions during the next 24 hours.
Lahore (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – April 7, 2026) Heavy rain accompanied by hail and thunderstorms fell on the provincial capital on Tuesday, while the Meteorological Department expected similar weather conditions during the next 24 hours.
The heavy rainfall led to a noticeable improvement in air quality, with the city’s average air quality index recording 75, putting it in the “moderate” category. However, PM2.5 levels remained a concern, standing at 4.4 times higher than the annual guideline set by the World Health Organization.
The rain, along with thunder and lightning, not only cooled the atmosphere but also provided relief from the prevailing heat.
The minimum temperature was recorded at 16 degrees Celsius, and the maximum temperature was 23 degrees Celsius, which makes the weather noticeably more pleasant.
Rainfall was reported in several areas of the city, including Johar Town, Mall Road, Abbott Road, Davis Road, Garhi Shahu, Mozang, Ichhra, Jail Road, Upper Mall, Ferozepur Road, Samanabad, Gulshan Ravi, Iqbal Town, Mughalpura, and Gulberg.
However, the rains also caused inconvenience to commuters, as water accumulation on roads in some localities slowed traffic and slightly disrupted routine commuting.