🌸 Top Travel Destinations for March and April
🌤️ Weather Overview (March–April)
- Northern Areas (Gilgit-Baltistan, Skardu, Hunza): Snow is still melting in March; roads begin to reopen by late March to April. April is ideal for snow-capped mountain views and fewer tourists.
- Plains (Lahore, Islamabad, Multan, Peshawar): Warm days and cool nights, temperatures range from 15°C to 30°C.
- Southern Areas (Karachi, Hyderabad, Gwadar): Warm and dry, around 25°C to 35°C. Ideal beach weather without extreme heat.
🌸 Best Places to Visit in March–April
1. Lahore
- Why: Spring in Lahore is beautiful—flowers bloom in Shalimar Gardens and Racecourse Park.
- Events: Pakistan Day Parade (March 23), Basant festival (kite flying, if allowed).
2. Islamabad & Murree
- Why: Pleasant weather and blooming hillsides. Murree starts to thaw in March.
- Activities: Hiking trails, Daman-e-Koh, Faisal Mosque, and Patriata (New Murree) cable cars.
3. Hunza & Skardu (Late March–April)
- Why: Cherry blossom season begins in late March, peaks in early April.
- Views: Snow-capped peaks, turquoise rivers, and pink/white cherry blossoms.
- Tip: Flights can be delayed—consider road travel from Gilgit if weather permits.
4. Swat Valley
- Why: Green fields, river views, and spring flowers; less crowded than summer.
- Places: Mingora, Malam Jabba (skiing in early March), Kalam (by April if roads are open).
5. Sindh (Karachi, Thatta, Mohenjo-Daro)
- Tip: Avoid after mid-April as temperatures can climb above 40°C.
- Why: Warm but not yet scorching. Explore beaches, heritage sites, and Sufi shrines.