Light Rainfall Brings Some Relief Amid Scorching Heatwave

After weeks of intense heatwaves, people in Sindh and Punjab can look forward to relief from the scorching temperatures with light to moderate rain across the provinces.

In Lahore, a drizzle late Monday night, coupled with a cool breeze and cloudy skies, dropped temperatures significantly. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts more rain for the city over the next 24 hours, with a maximum temperature of 36°C and a minimum of 29°C. Humidity is at 65%, and winds are blowing at 6 km/h, providing a comfortable change from the recent heat.

Karachi remains hot and humid, with a maximum temperature of 38°C expected on Tuesday. However, PMD predicts possible rain in the city’s suburbs, which could ease the heat. Current humidity stands at 55%, with winds at 7 km/h from the west, making it feel like 45°C due to moisture in the air.

Islamabad, meanwhile, continues to face extremely hot and dry conditions, with temperatures reaching up to 39°C during the day. No significant rain is forecast for the capital in the immediate future.

The PMD has predicted showers with strong winds over the next 24 hours in various areas of Punjab (including the Potohar region), Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), northern Balochistan, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. This weather shift is linked to a westerly wave affecting upper and central Pakistan, expected to persist through Tuesday. The rain is a welcome relief after temperatures soared to 49°C in parts like Turbat and Pasni earlier this month.

Farmers are advised to protect crops, and the public is urged to stay hydrated and avoid direct sunlight. The rainfall, though light in some areas, marks a turning point after a heatwave that pushed temperatures 4-6°C above normal in southern regions, according to recent PMD updates.