The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a rain alert for Karachi as a new spell of monsoon rain is expected to hit the city starting Friday.
According to the PMD, the third monsoon spell is expected to bring light to moderate rainfall to the city. Cloudy and humid conditions are expected to persist throughout the day, with a chance of drizzle overnight.
Karachi’s maximum temperature is expected to rise to 35°C. Humidity is currently at 69 percent, while southwesterly winds are blowing at a speed of 11 kilometers per hour.
A rain alert has been issued to keep citizens prepared, as sudden showers could cause temporary water accumulation in low-lying areas and lead to traffic disruptions. Local authorities have been notified to remain on standby.
Weather experts say this monsoon spell may not be intense, but it still requires attention. Karachi frequently faces challenges such as urban flooding during rainfall, particularly in poorly drained areas.
Meanwhile, the PMD has predicted intermittent rain, wind, and thundershowers in several other parts of the country. These include Kashmir, Islamabad, northeast Punjab, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Some areas may experience heavy to very heavy rainfall.
Scattered rain is also likely in central and southern Punjab, as well as parts of Balochistan. Citizens in these regions are also advised to remain vigilant and avoid non-essential travel during rainfall.
Temperature readings recorded in major cities this morning included
- Islamabad: 24°C
- Lahore: 28°C
- Karachi: 30°C
- Quetta: 24°C
- Peshawar: 26°C
- Gilgit: 18°C
- Murree: 14°C
- Muzaffarabad: 23°C
The PMD continues to closely monitor weather conditions. Further rain alerts will be issued if conditions worsen. Residents are encouraged to follow updates from official channels and take precautions during this ongoing monsoon season.
Read more in Karachi Expected to Get More Rain Than Usual This Monsoon: Met Dept.
