Pakistan is enduring an intense heatwave, with Sindh province recording temperatures up to 46°C in Mithi and Badin on May 27, 2025.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the scorching conditions affecting Punjab, Balochistan, and Sindh are expected to persist for two more days, with storms and winds forecast in some regions.
The PMD reports that Jacobabad and Dhalbandin reached 45°C, with similar highs in Chhor. Punjab’s plains, including Lahore and Faisalabad, and Balochistan’s interior face sweltering heat. On Tuesday, hot and dry conditions dominate, but partial cloud cover, gusty winds, and thunderstorms are likely in Islamabad, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan after noon.
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— Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) May 27, 2025By Wednesday, Sindh could experience lighter winds in Quetta and Ziarat, offering slight relief. Coastal areas like Karachi will endure persistent heat with strong winds, while Punjab and Islamabad may see evening thunderstorms, per Dawn.
PMD officials urge residents to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak heat, and remain indoors in dust-prone areas like Shikarpur to prevent respiratory issues. “Extreme heat poses health risks, especially for vulnerable groups,” a PMD spokesperson said. Coastal residents should secure outdoor items against strong winds.
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Meteorologist Dr. Amina Khan from the University of Karachi explains, “This heatwave, driven by high-pressure systems, is typical for May but intensified by climate change. Dust storms add respiratory risks.”
