Islamabad, May 15, 2025 – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an advisory warning that an intense heatwave will grip most parts of the country over the next four days. The PMD forecasts unusually high temperatures, urging the public to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.
According to the PMD, a persistent heatwave will impact both the upper and southern regions of the country. From May 16 to 19, temperatures in the upper half—including central and upper Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan—are expected to remain 5 to 7°C above normal. Meanwhile, the southern regions, including Sindh, southern Punjab, and Balochistan, will also experience elevated heat levels, with day temperatures likely to be 4 to 6°C above the seasonal average from May 16 to 20.
The PMD attributes this heatwave to a high-pressure system prevailing in the upper atmosphere, which is intensifying dry and hot conditions across the country. This weather pattern is expected to continue for at least the next three to four days, with minimal chances of significant relief.
Daily Forecast:
• Thursday: Hot and dry weather is expected across most regions.
• Friday: The PMD predicts continued hot and dry conditions nationwide, with very hot daytime temperatures in the plains. However, isolated areas in Kashmir and nearby hilly regions may receive light rain or experience thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Over the past 24 hours, the country has already felt the brunt of the heat. Very hot conditions prevailed across the plains, with several cities recording scorching temperatures. The highest maximum temperatures reported were: Dadu and Turbat at 48°C, Dera Ghazi Khan at 47°C, and Bhakkar, Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, and Nokkundi all at 46°C.
The PMD continues to monitor the situation closely and will issue updates as necessary. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure, and follow heat safety guidelines. This heatwave may pose health risks, especially to children, the old-age, and outdoor workers.
With extreme temperatures looming, the PMD reiterates its warning: the heatwave is not just intense—it’s prolonged and potentially dangerous.