Fresh cold snap expected from Tuesday

While temperatures may dip, likelihood of single-digit readings remains low

KARACHI:

Residents are gearing up for another spell of chilly weather as a fresh wave of cold is anticipated to hit the city from Tuesday onwards.

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that the cold winds, blowing faster than usual, will escalate the intensity of the cold, causing the minimum temperature to plummet to around 10 degrees.

On Sunday, the city witnessed a notable drop in temperatures, with the minimum temperature recorded at 13.5 degrees and a maximum of 26.5 degrees Celsius.

The PMD Early Warning Centre has forecasted the onset of a new cold wave on Tuesday, attributing the heightened cold intensity to strong northeast/easterly winds.

The PMD Chief Sardar Sarfraz has said that the recent western system brought cold winds, affecting the city.

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While the temperatures may dip, the likelihood of single-digit readings remains low. Sarfraz noted another western system expected to enter Balochistan by the end of the month, hinting at further weather changes. However, the morning fog had disrupted the visibility.

The winter in the port city, though mild as compared with the northern parts of the country, is enough to send people racing to food streets to enjoy coffee, soup and Gajar Ka Halwa.

The used clothing stalls in downtown are also doing a roaring business.

Motorcyclists, in particular, need heavy jackets to fend themselves against cold blasts of wind at night.

Moreover, biker families can be seen carrying babies in cutest of woolies like rompers depicting fairies and cartoon characters.