Hot and Humid Weather
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted hot and humid weather across much of the country for the week of September 16 to 22.
According to the PMD, a continental air mass is currently dominating most regions, contributing to the high temperatures. A shallow westerly wave is also affecting northern and western parts of Pakistan, causing some variations in weather patterns.
From September 16 to 17, the majority of the country will experience predominantly hot and dry conditions. However, there may be isolated rain showers and thunderstorms during the night in certain northern areas, specifically upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan. These localized weather events are likely due to the westerly influence.
The forecast from September 18 to 22 suggests that the hot and dry conditions will persist throughout the entire country, with little chance of significant rain. However, certain areas in the northern regions may still experience brief relief from the heat.
The PMD has indicated the possibility of rain, wind, and thunderstorms tomorrow morning in districts such as Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, and Kurram.
In the southern region of Pakistan, particularly in Sindh, high temperatures are expected today, with maximum temperatures projected to reach 39 degrees Celsius in cities like Nawabshah, Dadu, and Sukkur. Thatta will see a slightly cooler 35 degrees Celsius, while Hyderabad is expected to hit 38 degrees Celsius.
Karachi, the coastal metropolis, will be relatively cooler, with temperatures around 32 degrees Celsius. These high temperatures reflect the ongoing impact of the prevailing air mass over the region.
For the capital city of Islamabad, the PMD has forecast a maximum temperature of 34 degrees Celsius today. In Balochistan, major cities such as Quetta, Gwadar, and Kalat will also experience relatively high temperatures, with maximums of 32, 34, and 27 degrees Celsius, respectively.
Yesterday, some of the highest temperatures recorded in the country were in the southwestern region. Sibbi reached a sweltering 40 degrees Celsius, while Dalbandin, Nokkundi, and Turbat all registered maximum temperatures of 39 degrees Celsius.
The PMD’s forecast of hot and humid weather this week follows a broader trend of rising temperatures during this time of year. As Pakistan transitions from the monsoon season into the late summer and early autumn months, continental air masses typically dominate, leading to hotter and drier conditions.
The presence of westerly waves, though usually weak, can occasionally bring rain and thunderstorms to the northern and western parts of the country, offering temporary relief from the heat.
Residents in affected areas are advised to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses, especially during peak daytime hours when temperatures are at their highest.
The PMD will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide updates as necessary, particularly regarding any changes in the forecast for rain and thunderstorms in the northern regions.
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