The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a heatwave alert on Tuesday, cautioning that moderate to severe heatwave conditions are likely to persist across most districts of Sindh until June 12. In Karachi, hot and humid weather is expected over the next three days, with sea breezes and westerly winds prevailing. The maximum temperature in Karachi may reach 38°C today, rising to 40°C on Wednesday and up to 42°C on Thursday.
Extreme Temperatures in Upper Sindh
In several districts including Sukkur, Shikarpur, Qambar Shahdadkot, Jacobabad, Larkana, Mohenjo Daro, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad, Ghotki, Khairpur, and Naushahro Feroze, temperatures are expected to rise between 48°C and 51°C until June 12. The department warned that strong heat may trigger dust-raising winds and dust storms at a few locations in the plains of the province.
Heatwave in Southern Sindh
In Tharparkar, Badin, Hyderabad, Matiari, Tando Muhammad Khan, Umerkot, Mirpur Khas, Jamshoro, and Sanghar, temperatures may range between 42°C and 45°C. Residents are advised to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
Hot Weather in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan
In Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, maximum temperatures are expected to remain 4-6°C above normal and may rise to between 41-46°C in Peshawar, Mardan, Bannu, Karak, Lakki Marwat, and Dera Ismail Khan from June 8 to 11. Temperatures in Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Gilgit-Baltistan are likely to range between 37-40°C from June 8 to 10.
Punjab Braces for Scorching Heat
Across Punjab, mercury levels are forecast to climb to between 44-48°C in Lahore, Okara, Kasur, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Joharabad, Khushab, Mianwali, Noor Pur Thal, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Sahiwal, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, Khanewal, Pakpattan, Rahim Yar Khan, Rajanpur, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Bhakkar, Layyah, and Kot Addu from June 8 to 11. The PMD advises the public to stay hydrated and avoid unnecessary exposure to the sun during peak hours.
