Karachi to Witness Pre-Monsoon From Today

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast the arrival of a pre-monsoon weather system set to impact eastern parts of Sindh starting Saturday evening.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), most regions in Sindh are expected to experience intense heat and dry conditions on Friday. However, by Saturday, scattered rain accompanied by gusty winds and thunderstorms is expected in areas such as Tharparkar and Umerkot.

On Sunday, similar weather conditions — including strong winds and rainfall — are likely in Ghotki, Sukkur, Jacobabad, and surrounding areas.

Meanwhile, Karachi continues to endure sweltering weather, with temperatures projected to range between 37°C and 39°C in the coming days. The persistent disruption of sea breeze over Karachi and other coastal zones is expected to prolong, according to weather experts.

Meteorologists have linked the disruption to a combination of a wind pattern over India’s Gujarat region and an incoming western weather system, which are also contributing to rising heat levels in Karachi.

In Lahore, the heatwave showed no signs of easing on Friday. The city recorded temperatures of 44°C, with the perceived heat intensity reaching 47°C. The Meteorological Department attributed the extreme conditions to a prolonged dry spell between May and June.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is also facing severe heat, with Peshawar recording 40°C and projections suggesting a rise to 44°C. The humidity level in the city was reported at 52%. PMD noted that regional temperatures have exceeded seasonal norms by 6°C to 7°C.

Dera Ismail Khan and Bannu both saw temperatures soar to 47°C. Light rainfall has been predicted in Peshawar and various other districts of KP beginning Friday.

In southern Punjab’s Cholistan Desert, temperatures approached 48°C. The PMD expects the intense heat to persist in the region for at least two more days.

Local reports from Cholistan indicate that water shortages have become critical, with dried-up reserves creating severe difficulties for livestock. These conditions have led to reports of animal deaths and forced migrations as residents search for water and cooler environments.