Explanation

• Pakistan receives most of its seasonal monsoon rainfall from July to September.
• Winter: December–February — generally cool and dry.
• Spring: March–May — generally hot and dry.
• Retreating monsoon: October–November

Last verified on 11-08-2026

Explanation

• Rabi crops are sown in winter (October–December) and harvested in spring (March–April).
• Wheat is the major Rabi crop, especially in Pakistan and India.

Additional information:

• Kharif crops are sown in summer (April–June) and harvested in autumn (September–October).
• Rice is the major Kharif crop, grown during the monsoon season.

Last verified on 24-05-2026

Explanation

• Rainfall varies mainly due to monsoon winds and topography.
• Monsoon brings seasonal moist winds causing rainfall.
• Relief (mountains) forces air to rise, increasing rainfall.
• Together they create uneven rainfall patterns.

Last verified on 24-05-2026

Explanation

• Seasonal rainfall is mainly controlled by the monsoon system.
• Monsoon winds change direction with seasons, bringing rain in summer and dry conditions in winter.
• It is most important in South Asia, including Pakistan.

Last verified on 23-05-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan experiences a continental type climate.

Throughout the year, it has four distinct seasons.

1. Spring (March–April)
2. Summer (May–July)
3. Monsoon (July–September)
4. Winter (December–February)

Last verified on 17-05-2026