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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Meteorological Department on Monday forecast mainly hot and dry weather across most parts of the country, with extremely high temperatures expected in Sindh and southern Balochistan, while isolated rain and thunderstorms may hit upper regions during the next 24 hours.
According to the Met Office, very hot weather conditions are likely to persist in Sindh and southern districts of Balochistan, where temperatures have already surged significantly above seasonal averages. Dadu recorded the country’s highest maximum temperature at 49 degrees Celsius during the last 24 hours, followed by Rohri and Sakrand at 47 degrees Celsius.
The weather department said most plains areas would continue to experience intense heat and dry conditions, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses and water shortages. Authorities have advised citizens to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight during daytime hours and ensure adequate hydration.
However, partly cloudy weather with chances of rain, windstorms, dust storms, and thunderstorms is expected at isolated places in upper Punjab, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and the Potohar region. The Met Office also warned that moderate to heavy rainfall and hailstorms could occur in some northern and hilly areas during the forecast period.
Weather experts said the unstable conditions in northern regions were being caused by moisture currents penetrating upper parts of the country, coupled with a westerly wave affecting mountainous areas. These systems may trigger strong winds, lightning, and isolated hailstorms, potentially disrupting travel and damaging weak infrastructure.
During the past 24 hours, weather remained predominantly hot and dry in most districts, while southern parts of the country experienced severe heatwave-like conditions. The ongoing rise in temperatures has increased electricity demand and pressure on water supplies in several urban centres.
Pakistan frequently experiences extreme weather during May and June, with heatwaves becoming more frequent due to climate change. According to climate experts, rising temperatures in South Asia have intensified the frequency and duration of heat events over recent years, particularly in Sindh and southern Punjab.
The National Disaster Management Authority and provincial administrations have already issued advisories urging local authorities to remain alert for possible weather-related emergencies, especially in vulnerable districts exposed to extreme heat and sudden storms.
