KARACHI – Day temperatures are likely to remain 03-05 degrees Celsius above normal levels in Karachi, Hyderabad and parts of Sindh during this week. Gusty winds and rains will help returning normalcy in temperatures during the weekend.
As per the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), high pressure will persist in the upper atmosphere in most parts of the country particularly in southern half. A westerly wave will likely enter western parts of the country on 10th May (evening/night). It will likely grip upper parts on 11th May.
Under the influence of this weather system, day temperatures will gradually increase across Sindh including Karachi and Hyderabad during this week. Day temperatures will remain 03-05°C above normal levels in parts of the province from 08th to 10th May. Rain-wind/thunderstorms are expected in Sukkur, Jacobabad, Kashmore, Larkana, Dadu, Qambar Shahdad Kot, Jamshoro and Sanghar on 10th (night) and 11th May. Gusty winds and rains will help bringing the temperatures to the normal levels.
Possible Impacts and advises:
The farmers are advised to manage the watering of crops and wheat harvesting accordingly. General public is advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight. Windstorm/hailstorm and lightning may affect daily routines, standing crops, loose structures like electric poles, vehicles and solar panels.
Up to 5°C above normal temperatures predicted in Pakistan this week
