Karachi Weather Update: Thunderstorms and Rain Forecast for Today
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a new Karachi weather update, forecasting rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds for the city today. Parts of Karachi may experience these changing weather conditions under a pre-monsoon system moving through the region.
According to PMD reports, Karachi’s weather will remain humid and partly cloudy over the next 24 hours. Temperatures are expected to stay high, with maximums between 36°C and 38°C, and a humidity level around 73%. Currently, warm winds are blowing from the northwest at around 3 km/h, while the minimum temperature recorded in the last 24 hours was 30°C.
Karachi weather update: Pre-Monsoon System Affecting Karachi
The Met Office noted on June 13 that a pre-monsoon weather system would begin impacting eastern Sindh, including Karachi, starting Saturday evening. In addition, a westerly wave influencing the upper and central regions of Pakistan is expected to persist until Monday.
While Karachi braces for thunderstorms and rain, other regions in Pakistan are also seeing changing conditions. The PMD reported dust storms, thundershowers, and rain in parts of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Karachi weather update: Health and Safety Precautions for Karachi Residents
The recent heatwave in Karachi has raised concerns about heatstroke and dehydration, especially during peak daytime hours. The PMD is urging residents to:
Stay hydrated
Avoid unnecessary outdoor activity
Take precautions during high humidity
Remain indoors during heavy rain and thunderstorms
Strong winds could also pose risks to unstable structures such as electric poles, trees, and billboards. Citizens are advised to stay alert and follow safety guidelines.
Cities Already Experiencing Rainfall
Light to moderate rain has been reported in several cities, including:
Gujrat
Mangla
Islamabad
Sialkot
Murree
Rawalakot
Kalam
Dir
Drosh
Mir Khani
Gupis
Meanwhile, Turbat and Pasni in Balochistan recorded the highest temperatures in the country at 49°C, showcasing the ongoing extreme heat across many parts of Pakistan.
