Karachi in grip of cold wave

Snowfall in Balochistan has sent chilly winds down to port city

KARACHI:

The city is experiencing a cool spell, and Sunday could bring even colder weather, with temperatures expected to drop further by at least 1.5 degrees to 13 degrees Celsius.

Snowfall in Balochistan has sent chilly winds down to the port city, as the cool weather persists, its intensity is particularly felt during the early morning hours.

However, the wind speed remains moderate, with winds coming from the northeast of Balochistan at a speed of 10 kilometres per hour recorded on Friday. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department Early Warning Centre's forecast, the next three days may witness dry and cold weather, with a further decrease in temperatures anticipated on Sunday. The expected temperature range is between 11 to 13 degrees Celsius.

The presence of a western disturbance over Balochistan influenced areas such as Dadu, Jacobabad, Shikarpur, Larkana, Sukkur, Ghotki, Khairpur, and Kashmore. Light rain and drizzle are possible in some locations, along with fog in various regions of the province. The majority of the province is likely to experience cold weather accompanied by mist in the coming days.

Published in The Express Tribune, January 6^th, 2024.