Met Office Warns of Severe Heat Across Pakistan
Pakistan is expected to remain under intense heat during the next 24 hours, with the Meteorological Department forecasting hot and dry weather across most parts of the country. The latest weather update issued from Islamabad warned that central and southern regions may face particularly severe daytime temperatures.
According to the forecast, most areas will continue to experience dry conditions, while the heat will remain more intense in districts already facing high daytime temperatures. The warning is important for citizens, travellers, labourers and families preparing for Eid-related movement during a period of rising summer pressure.
The department also reported that some northern regions saw a different weather pattern during the day. Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced partly cloudy conditions, with rain, thunderstorms and strong winds recorded in scattered locations.
In its latest assessment, the Met Office said rainfall was recorded in several areas, including Gupis, Sost, Chilas, Skardu, Bagrote, Muzaffarabad, Patan, Kalam, Drosh, Mirkhani and Chakwal. The figures showed that while much of Pakistan remained hot and dry, the upper belt continued to receive isolated rain activity.
The highest temperature reported during the day was 49°C in Jacobabad, making it one of the hottest locations in the country. Dadu, Larkana and Padidan also faced extreme conditions, with temperatures climbing to 48°C as the heatwave-like pattern gripped parts of Sindh.
Other cities also recorded elevated temperatures. Islamabad reached 38°C, Sibbi recorded 47°C, Nokundi, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal and Dera Ghazi Khan stood at 44°C, Lahore touched 41°C, Karachi remained at 35°C, Peshawar recorded 40°C and Dera Ismail Khan reached 42°C.
Pakistan regularly faces severe heat during late spring and early summer, especially in Sindh, southern Punjab and parts of Balochistan. High temperatures can create health risks for outdoor workers, elderly people, children and those without reliable access to cooling, clean water or shaded spaces.
The forecast is also significant because it comes during a busy travel and market period ahead of Eidul Azha. Rising heat can affect livestock markets, transport operations, power demand and public health services, while strong winds and thunderstorms in northern areas may disrupt travel in hilly regions.
Authorities and citizens are expected to monitor weather updates closely over the coming day. The immediate focus will be on heat precautions, water availability, protection for outdoor workers and preparedness for sudden rain or wind activity in northern districts.