The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning that heatwave conditions are likely to develop across the country from June 7 to 12. This is due to a high-pressure system expected to form in the upper atmosphere on June 8 and persist until June 11.
Temperature Forecast
According to the PMD advisory, temperatures are expected to rise significantly above normal levels in most parts of the country. Some districts of Sindh and Balochistan may experience extreme heat ranging between 48°C and 51°C.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Northern Areas
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, maximum temperatures are likely to remain 4°C to 6°C above normal, potentially reaching between 41°C and 46°C in districts such as Peshawar, Mardan, Bannu, Karak, Lakki Marwat, and Dera Ismail Khan from June 8 to 11. In Chitral, Dir, Swat, and Gilgit-Baltistan, temperatures are expected to range between 37°C and 40°C from June 8 to 10.
Islamabad and Surrounding Regions
In Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujrat, Mirpur, Bhimber, Kotli, Bagh, and Muzaffarabad, maximum temperatures are likely to remain 5°C to 7°C above normal, rising to between 41°C and 44°C from June 8 to 10.
Punjab
In Punjab, temperatures are expected to range between 44°C and 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.
Sindh and Balochistan
In Sindh and Balochistan, maximum temperatures are likely to remain 4°C to 6°C above normal, possibly reaching between 48°C and 51°C in Sukkur, Shikarpur, Qambar Shahdadkot, Jacobabad, Larkana, Mohenjo Daro, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad, Ghotki, Khairpur, Naushero Feroze, Sibbi, Turbat, and Panjgur from June 7 to 12. Very hot weather is also expected in Karachi, where maximum temperatures are likely to range between 40°C and 43°C from June 8 to 12.
Health and Safety Advisory
Night temperatures are also expected to rise, increasing discomfort and heat stress. Due to intense heating, dust storms may occur at isolated places in southern Punjab and Sindh. The PMD warned that the heatwave could have serious implications for public health and daily life. It advised the general public, especially children, women, and senior citizens, to exercise extra caution during the period. Farmers were advised to manage crop activities in view of the prevailing weather conditions and take appropriate measures to protect livestock from heat-related stress.
The department urged people to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and to remain adequately hydrated. It also noted that electricity demand and consumption are likely to increase during the forecast period. The PMD appealed for the judicious use of water in all aspects of life and advised all concerned authorities to remain vigilant and take necessary measures to avoid any untoward situation during the heatwave period.
The PMD said daily weather updates are available through its official website and mobile application.
