- Karachi experiences hot and humid weather in August, causing discomfort for residents,
- PMD predicts sultry conditions in Karachi and dust-raising winds in several districts of the province.
- Northern regions of Pakistan face a weather alert, as the PMD warns of heavy rainfall from 14th to 16th August.
During August, Karachi typically experiences hot and humid weather, often exacerbated by higher humidity levels, causing discomfort for its residents. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has provided a weather forecast for the region, indicating sultry conditions in Karachi and dust-raising winds across various districts of the province. Additionally, the Met Office has predicted partly cloudy weather in the southeast, with the likelihood of light rain and drizzle along the Sindh coast.
The current minimum temperature in Karachi stands at 29 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature is expected to reach around 31 degrees Celsius. A southwest wind with an approximate speed of 17 kilometers per hour is anticipated.
Karachi’s air quality deteriorated, reaching a value of 127 on the air quality index. This decline in air quality, particularly noticeable to sensitive groups, can lead to breathing difficulties and throat irritation with prolonged exposure.
The PMD has also issued a warning for heavy rainfall in local nullahs and streams across regions including Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Manshera, Abbottabad, and Rawalpindi/Islamabad. The forecasted wet spell spans from the 14th to the 16th of August. In these regions, moderate to heavy rains could potentially lead to urban flooding in low-lying areas of cities such as Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Gujranwala, and Sialkot on the 14th and 15th of August. Moreover, there is a risk of landslides in susceptible areas such as Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and the hilly regions of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during this period.
The current weather conditions can be attributed to the infiltration of moist currents from the Arabian Sea into the upper parts of the country. Additionally, a westerly wave has been identified in the upper regions of Pakistan, contributing to the prevailing weather patterns.