Karachi, July 4, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted monsoon rain for Karachi and various districts of Sindh on Saturday, July 5, as part of the ongoing seasonal weather system.
According to the latest advisory issued Friday, rain-wind/thundershower is expected in Tharparkar, Umerkot, Hyderabad, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad, and especially Karachi. The PMD also cautioned that heavy falls may occur in isolated areas during the forecast period.
On Friday, July 4, 2025, hot and humid weather dominated most parts of Sindh. However, several regions, including Mithi, Thatta, Badin, Sanghar, Sukkur, Larkana, Khairpur, and Mirpurkhas, experienced light rain and isolated thunderstorms. Coastal areas, including Karachi, reported light drizzle during the evening, offering temporary relief from the sweltering heat.
The ongoing monsoon spell has been driven by moist currents from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, which are strengthening and penetrating upper and central parts of Pakistan. These conditions are expected to intensify over the weekend.
For Saturday, July 5, the PMD anticipates continued hot and humid conditions in most parts of the country. However, monsoon rain accompanied by wind and thunder is likely in southeast Sindh, including Karachi, and northeastern Balochistan, as well as parts of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir.
In its national alert, the PMD warned of potential flash flooding in hilly regions like Murree, Galliyat, and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab during July 6 and 7. Additionally, urban flooding may affect low-lying areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, and Peshawar due to heavy monsoon downpours.
Over the past 24 hours, rain was recorded in various regions, with Faisalabad receiving 33mm and Chakwal 26mm. In Sindh, Karachi received light monsoon rain, while Sukkur and Khairpur recorded 1mm each.
Karachi residents are advised to stay alert for sudden changes in weather as the city braces for more monsoon rain in the coming days. The PMD continues to monitor the situation closely and recommends precautionary measures to minimize risks associated with seasonal rainfall.