June 10, 2024, Karachi – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a weather forecast for Tuesday, June 11, 2024, predicting very hot conditions in central and southern regions of the country.
According to the PMD’s forecast, the weather on Tuesday will be mainly hot and dry across most parts of Pakistan, with particularly scorching temperatures expected in the central and southern plain areas. However, there is a possibility of partly cloudy weather with light rain or thunderstorms at isolated places in Gilgit-Baltistan and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the evening and night hours.
Explaining the synoptic situation, the PMD stated that continental air is prevailing over most parts of the country, with a shallow westerly wave present over northern regions.
On Monday, June 10, 2024, the PMD reported mainly dry weather across most parts of Pakistan. However, there was a chance of partly cloudy weather with light rain or thunderstorms in isolated areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and adjoining hilly regions.
Reflecting on the weather over the past 24 hours, the PMD noted that hot and dry conditions prevailed over most parts of the country, with exceptionally high temperatures recorded in southern areas. However, some rainfall was observed in various areas, including Kakul receiving 14mm, Hyderabad 09mm, and Jhang, Lasbella, Rawalakot 02mm each, while Bagrote received 01mm of rainfall.
The PMD also provided a list of the day’s recorded highest maximum temperatures, indicating extreme heat across several regions. Bhakkar recorded the highest temperature at 47°C, followed by Jacobabad, Sibbi at 46°C, and Mohenjo-Daro, Bahawalnagar, Gujranwala, Khairpur, Noorpur Thal, Rohri, and Sukkur all reaching 45°C.
The forecast serves as a reminder for residents to take necessary precautions to cope with the anticipated heatwave, including staying hydrated, avoiding direct sunlight during peak hours, and ensuring adequate ventilation and cooling arrangements indoors.
