A severe heatwave continues to affect large parts of Pakistan, with the feels like temperature exceeding 50°C in several cities, including Islamabad and Sargodha, despite lower actual temperatures.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the heat index has reached 49°C in Lahore, 48°C in Sialkot, and 47°C in Multan. In Karachi, the heat is being felt at around 40°C.
The PMD said the highest heat intensity was recorded in Sargodha at 54°C, followed by Sukkur at 52°C and Faisalabad at 51°C. Meanwhile, the heat index in Dadu and Peshawar has reached 50°C, highlighting the ongoing extreme weather conditions across the country.
First spell of monsoon rains predicted from July 1
The first spell of monsoon rains is expected to begin from today in the country, bringing some respite from the current heat wave.
According to the Meteorological Department, the first monsoon spell is set to enter the country from July 1
The PDMA said the first monsoon system will initially affect the country’s northeastern regions, especially Punjab and AJK.
The Meteorological Department has predicted dry weather in Sindh and other parts of the country over the coming days. However, a low-pressure area is developing over the Bay of Bengal, which may result in light rain in Karachi and coastal areas of Sindh. Despite this, several areas of Sindh are expected to receive below-average rainfall during the monsoon season.
According to the Meteorological Department, southern parts of the country, central Punjab, eastern Balochistan and western Sindh are likely to remain hotter than normal.
The PDMA warned that higher-than-normal temperatures could intensify the heat, especially in the plains of Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan where a prolonged heatwave is feared.
Despite predictions of below-average rainfall during the monsoon season, the PDMA has warned that some areas may still receive heavy downpours, which could trigger urban flooding in major cities.
Intense heat grips Lahore as temperatures rise due to strong sunlight
