Karachi is currently experiencing the chill of December as winter intensifies across the region. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted a further drop in temperatures for Karachi, signaling colder days ahead.
According to the PMD’s three-day weather forecast, Karachi is expected to remain under the influence of a cold spell, with temperatures ranging between 10 and 12 degrees Celsius. This marks a significant dip, emphasizing the onset of a brisk winter season for the city’s residents.
Elsewhere in the country, the PMD has warned of a persistent cold wave affecting most regions. Daytime temperatures are anticipated to remain below normal across the plains, adding to the seasonal chill.
Synoptic Situation
The PMD reports that continental air is dominating most parts of the country, while a shallow westerly wave is currently impacting the upper regions. Karachi’s coastal location, combined with the influence of these weather systems, contributes to the noticeable drop in its temperatures.
Forecast for Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Cold and dry weather is expected in most parts of the country, including Karachi, where residents should prepare for a chilly evening. Hilly areas will experience very cold and partly cloudy conditions, with rain or snow predicted at isolated spots in Gilgit Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir. Karachi will continue to see dry weather but will feel the brunt of dropping temperatures.
Forecast for Thursday, December 12, 2024
The cold and dry trend will persist in Karachi and most other regions. While the city itself remains dry, hilly areas may witness morning rain or snow in Gilgit Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Murree, and Galliyat. Shallow fog is expected in parts of south Punjab and upper Sindh during early hours, sparing Karachi from visibility concerns.
Past 24-Hour Weather
Karachi, along with most parts of the country, experienced cold and dry conditions. Hilly areas faced very cold weather, with the lowest recorded temperatures including Leh at -10°C and Skardu at -06°C. Karachi residents continue to brace for lower temperatures as December unfolds, making it one of the chilliest months for the metropolis.