Karachi Weather Turns Pleasant After Rainfall

The weather in Karachi experienced a delightful change on Saturday as various areas of the city were blessed with rainfall early in the morning, providing a much-needed respite from the extended heatwave that had gripped the metropolis.

Light to moderate showers were reported in areas such as Malir, II Chundrigar Road, Saddar, and their adjacent localities.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has indicated that intermittent showers, accompanied by thunder, are expected throughout the day. The maximum temperature is anticipated to reach 31°C, with humidity levels remaining elevated at 90%.

According to the Met Office, winds are currently blowing from the northeast at a speed of 10 kilometres per hour.

The initial phase of the monsoon season commenced in Karachi on Friday, delivering considerable relief to residents from the intense heat and officially marking the start of the rainy season in the city.

The Met Office has also issued predictions of thundershowers in several other regions, including Hyderabad, Dadu, Badin, Ghotki, Kashmore, Jacobabad, Tharparkar, Mirpurkhas, Umerkot, Khairpur, Sukkur, Larkana, Qambar Shadadkot, Shaheed Benazirabad, and their respective surrounding areas.

The western parts of the country, encompassing a significant portion of Sindh, are projected to experience thunderstorms, strong winds, and rainfall until June 29 due to the prevailing westerly weather system.

A PMD spokesperson mentioned that cloud formations are presently observed in the southern regions of Karachi, suggesting the possibility of substantial rainfall in certain areas today.

Furthermore, a warning was issued regarding another monsoon system expected to impact Sindh around July 5 or 6.

The meteorological department has also shared rainfall data collected in Karachi from the previous night until the present time. Surjani Town recorded the highest rainfall, amounting to 16 millimetres. North Karachi received 7.4mm, while Orangi Town experienced 6.1mm of rainfall during the same timeframe.