KARACHI – Hot and dry weather is likely to persist in Karachi, Hyderabad and most parts of Sindh on Wednesday night, Thursday and Friday.
As per the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), continental air prevails over most parts of Pakistan. A shallow westerly wave also prevails over upper and western parts of the country.
Under these conditions, hot and dry weather is likely in Karachi, Hyderabad and the most districts of the province on Wednesday night and the following two days. Due to the lack of rains, heatwave will continue to persist during this week.
In Karachi, the maximum temperatures will likely remain between 37-39 degrees Celsius on Thursday and Friday.
In Hyderabad, the maximum temperatures will likely remain between 42-44°C on Thursday and 43-45°C on Friday.
Meanwhile, hot and dry weather prevailed in the port city, Hyderabad and most districts of the province during the last 24 hours.
Dadu remained the hottest place in the province where the maximum temperature was recorded at 49°C. Relative humidity in the evening was recorded at 18 per cent.
In Karachi, the maximum temperature was recorded at 40°C. Relative humidity in the evening was recorded at 52 per cent.
In Hyderabad, the maximum temperature was recorded at 43°C. Relative humidity in the evening was recorded at 22 per cent.