Today, Pakistan will experience a mix of hot and dry conditions across most of the country. However, some areas can expect a change in the weather pattern.
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Islamabad and Rawalpindi: The twin cities can expect a mainly hot and dry day, with a chance of rain or thunderstorms and gusty winds in the evening/night. Maximum temperatures are expected to reach around 38–40 °C.
Lahore and Faisalabad: Similar to Islamabad, Lahore and Faisalabad will see a hot and dry day with no forecast for rain. Maximum temperatures for these cities are likely to be around 40–43 °C.
Karachi: The weather in Karachi remains hot and dry, with no rain expected. Maximum temperatures in Karachi are expected to climb to around 38–40 °C. Be mindful of the heat and stay hydrated throughout the day.
Sukkur and Jacobabad: Sukkur and Jacobabad, located in Sindh province, are forecast to experience some of the most extreme weather conditions in Pakistan today. A duststorm or thunderstorm with isolated rain is expected to hit these cities.
Residents should be prepared for strong winds, reduced visibility, and possible power outages. The combination of heat and dust can make breathing difficult, so it’s important to stay indoors if possible and avoid strenuous activity.
Maximum temperatures in Sukkur and Jacobabad are likely to be around 42-44°C, so staying hydrated is crucial.
Peshawar and Multan: Peshawar and Multan will experience similar conditions with hot and dry weather. Maximum temperatures for both cities are forecast to be around 38–40 °C.
Southern Punjab (Bahawalpur and Dera Ghazi Khan): The southern part of Punjab, including Bahawalpur and Dera Ghazi Khan, will be hot and dry, with the possibility of very hot and gusty winds in some areas. Maximum temperatures in this region could reach up to 42–44 °C.
Northern Pakistan (Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir): While the rest of the country experiences the heat, the mountainous regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir may have different weather patterns. Specific information for these areas, including maximum temperatures, is not available from the National Weather Forecasting Center at this time.