Severe Heatwave Alert: Temperatures May Reach 50°C in Sindh and Other Regions

A severe heatwave is expected in several cities including Sukkur, Shikarpur, Qambar Shahdadkot, Jacobabad, Larkana, Mohenjo-Daro, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad, Tharparkar, Badin, Sujawal, Thatta, Hyderabad, Matiari, Tando Muhammad Khan, Umerkot, Ghotki, Khairpur, Naushahro Feroze, Mirpurkhas, Jamshoro, Sanghar, Sibi, Turbat, and Panjgur, where temperatures may rise between 47°C to 50°C, which is 4 to 6 degrees Celsius above normal.

On Friday, most parts of the country are expected to experience hot and dry weather, while Sindh, eastern/southern Balochistan, and plain areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are likely to remain extremely hot. However, during the evening/night, rain accompanied by strong winds, dust storms, and thunderstorms is expected at a few places in Kashmir and adjoining hilly areas.

On Saturday, hot and dry weather is expected in most regions of the country, while Sindh, eastern/southern Balochistan, and the plains of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are likely to remain intensely hot. However, after noon, rain with strong winds, dust storms, and thunderstorms is expected at a few places in Kashmir, northeastern/eastern Punjab, and the Pothohar region.

Friday Forecast for Islamabad:
Hot and dry weather is expected during the day in Islamabad and surrounding areas. However, partly cloudy skies and strong winds are likely in the afternoon.

Saturday Forecast for Islamabad:
Hot weather and partly cloudy conditions are expected during the day in Islamabad and surrounding areas. However, after noon, strong winds/dust storms and rainfall may occur at a few places with a 30% probability.