Karachi and other parts of Sindh are expected to face continued hot and dry weather through the weekend, with temperatures in the provincial capital forecast to reach up to 40°C, the Meteorological Department said on Thursday.
Humidity levels in Karachi have soared to 87%, further intensifying the discomfort for residents as daytime temperatures remain between 38°C and 40°C through Friday, rising slightly by Saturday.
According to the latest weather advisory, mainly dry conditions will prevail across most districts of Sindh on Thursday, while gusty and dust-raising winds are likely in upper areas during the afternoon. On Friday, hot and dry conditions will continue across the province.
Other major cities including Hyderabad, Sukkur, Nawabshah, and Thatta are also experiencing similar weather patterns, with maximum temperatures ranging between 40°C and 43°C. Mithi, with 66% humidity, is expected to see highs up to 42°C.
According to the synoptic situation issued Thursday morning, a trough of a westerly wave is present over western Pakistan and may impact the upper regions over the next 24 hours.
For Thursday, mainly dry weather is expected across most of the country. However, isolated rain-wind or thunderstorms are likely in Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and the Potohar region. Gusty winds are expected in Punjab and Sindh.
Friday is expected to bring similar conditions—hot and dry weather across plain areas, with chances of isolated showers in the upper parts.
Over the past 24 hours, light rain was recorded at isolated places in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab, including Cherat (3mm), Dera Ismail Khan and Bannu (1mm), and a trace in Rawalpindi. Dry weather persisted in most other areas.
Authorities have advised residents to take precautions, stay indoors during peak hours, and remain hydrated as the hot and dry spell continues.
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