Islamabad, June 10, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a heat advisory predicting hot and dry weather accompanied by gusty winds for the plains of Punjab on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
The prevailing weather pattern indicates intense heat with dusty and gusty winds expected during the afternoon in various plain districts across the province.
According to the PMD, Punjab will experience very hot conditions for the next 24 hours, especially in central and southern regions. The department has warned that day temperatures are likely to remain significantly higher than usual, ranging from 5 to 7°C above normal in the upper half of the country, which includes central and upper Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. In the southern half—including southern Punjab, upper Sindh, and parts of Balochistan—temperatures may remain 4 to 6°C above average through June 12.
In addition to the scorching heat, gusty winds are expected to raise dust in the plain areas of Punjab, reducing visibility and possibly affecting daily outdoor activities. The gusty conditions, caused by high atmospheric pressure and prevailing continental air, are expected to persist through the next three days.
The PMD has urged the general public, particularly in Punjab, to take necessary precautions during this prolonged heatwave. People are strongly advised to avoid direct sunlight between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM and to stay well-hydrated. Special care should be taken for vulnerable groups such as children, the old-age, and outdoor workers.
The synoptic situation indicates that continental air is dominating most parts of the country, with a high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere. A shallow westerly trough is also present over northern regions, although it is unlikely to bring relief to the plains.
Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to remain hot and dry nationwide, with only isolated chances of rain or thunderstorms in Gilgit-Baltistan. Over the past 24 hours, temperatures soared in several districts, with places like D.G. Khan, Noor Pur Thal, and Sargodha recording highs up to 49°C.
The PMD continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as needed. The combination of heat and gusty winds will make conditions challenging, especially in the plains of Punjab.