Metropolis experiences extreme heat during the Eidul Fitr festivities, with temperatures expected to hit 41 ° C on the third day of the festivities, according to Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
PMD has predicted hot and dry conditions over the next 24 hours, with mercury likely to vary between 39 ° C and 41 ° C. Wind blowing from the north at a speed of 8 km/h carries a humidity level of 53%.
Officials had previously warned that the country would experience over normal temperatures below EID with a potential increase of 2 ° C to 4 ° C in different regions.
Met Office has advised residents to remain hydrated, limit outdoor activities and maintain water to mitigate the effects of the increasing heat.
According to PMD’s latest counseling, Karachi’s temperatures are expected to be between 39-41 ° C on Wednesday, 40-42 ° C Thursday and 40-42 ° C Friday.
Meanwhile, temperature readings across larger Pakistani cities are today as follows:
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Islamabad: 7 ° C.
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Lahore: 10 ° C.
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Karachi: 19 ° C.
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Peshawar: 9 ° C.
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Quetta: 1 ° C.
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Gilgit: 0 ° C.
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Murree: 3 ° C.
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Muzaffarabad: 8 ° C.
On the other hand, residents of Lahore and other parts of Punjab experience a stable increase in temperatures when dry weather seizes the province, according to PMD.
Officials said Wednesday that no rainfall is expected over the next two to three days. The dry spell will probably continue and increase the intensity of the item, especially on the third day of Eid.
In Lahore, temperatures are expected to vary between 17 ° C and 33 ° C. The gradual increase has already led to greater use of refrigeration devices in both homes and offices.
“Hot and dry conditions are likely to continue without immediate signs of rainfall,” said a spokesman from Met Office.
