Karachi experienced its first spell of seasonal rain on Friday, offering residents brief but welcome relief after enduring an intense heatwave in recent days. Light drizzle was reported in multiple areas, including Gulshan-e-Maymar, Sohrab Goth, Scheme 33, Federal B Area, Liaquatabad, University Road, Stadium Road, and PECHS.
The city had been battling high temperatures, with mercury levels consistently exceeding 40°C. The light showers brought a noticeable dip in the perceived temperature and renewed hope for more rain in the coming days.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), Karachi is expected to remain cloudy and relatively pleasant for the next three days. Light morning and late-night drizzles are likely, with daytime temperatures hovering between 33°C and 35°C and a slight increase to 35°C–37°C anticipated by Monday.
In its pre-monsoon outlook, the Met Office noted that moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea have begun to enter the region, setting the stage for the monsoon season. From June 22 to 24, parts of Sindh — including Sukkur, Larkana, Dadu, and Jacobabad — could experience windstorms and thunderstorm-related showers.
A monsoon system may begin affecting Sindh by the last week of June, with forecasts suggesting above-average rainfall across the province. Pre-monsoon activity is also expected nationwide from June 20 to 23, helping ease the ongoing heatwave.
The PMD cautioned that windstorms and lightning may damage vulnerable infrastructure like electric poles, trees, solar panels, and vehicles — particularly in central and upper regions, including Islamabad. A westerly weather system arriving today may contribute to volatile weather during this period.
Urban flooding is possible in low-lying areas of Lahore, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, and Islamabad during heavy downpours. Farmers are advised to plan agricultural activities accordingly.
Authorities and the public are urged to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel to flood-prone areas, and take preventive safety measures.
