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Karachi is expected to experience a spike in temperatures on Saturday, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warning of a potential heatwave later this month. Weather expert Jawad Memon said a shift in wind patterns could push temperatures between 36°C to 38°C, with humidity making it feel as high as 41°C. However, conditions may ease by evening due to the return of sea breeze.
PMD spokesperson Anjum Nazir noted that while Karachi’s weather will likely remain stable over the next 10 days, a heatwave is expected to grip the city by the end of April. He also highlighted a moderate drought across most of Sindh and stressed the urgent need for rainwater harvesting in Karachi to combat water scarcity and support groundwater recharge. Nazir warned of broader climate concerns, including a significant 61% drop in winter rainfall and a 50% decrease in snowfall across Pakistan.
He cautioned that temperatures could soar between 46°C to 48°C in parts of Sindh between April 14 and 19, with persistent heatwave-like conditions expected in South Punjab and interior Sindh. Consultative workshop held on countering violent extremism While average rainfall is forecast from April to June, regions like Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan may receive below-normal precipitation. The PMD had earlier forecasted a 4°C to 6°C rise in temperatures across central Punjab, Islamabad, KP, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir.
The Met Office has also warned of potential dust and windstorms that may damage infrastructure such as power lines, trees, vehicles, and solar panels. Citizens — especially children, the elderly, and women — are advised to stay indoors during peak heat hours and remain hydrated. Farmers are urged to manage crop activities, particularly wheat harvesting, and safeguard their livestock.
Rising temperatures in northern areas may also accelerate snowmelt, increasing the risk of flooding. Tags: heatwave karachi.
