The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts dangerously high temperatures up to 48 degrees Celsius in Sindh province.
Pakistan’s southern regions are facing an intense heatwave beginning Sunday. The extreme weather event, expected to persist through April 18, results from a developing high-pressure system that will elevate temperatures 6-8 degrees above seasonal averages across southern districts.
Meteorologists have identified Hyderabad, Nawabshah, Larkana and Dadu as particularly vulnerable areas where daytime temperatures will challenge April records. The heatwave’s effects will extend across southern Punjab and Balochistan, while northern regions, including Islamabad and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, will experience temperatures 4-6 degrees above normal. Unusually warm nighttime conditions offer little respite, increasing the risks of heat stress for vulnerable populations.
🚨 Extreme Heat waves across India and Pakistan, with some areas nearing 50°C this weekend. People are being told to stay indoors unless necessary.
The India Met Dept. warns this year may be even hotter than the last. The warming planet is threatening habitability in this region. pic.twitter.com/HYShhDe1bY
— Peter Dynes (@PGDynes) April 11, 2025The PMD has issued comprehensive warnings about potential health impacts, urging citizens to minimize outdoor activity during peak hours (11 AM-4 PM) and maintain proper hydration. Health authorities emphasize special precautions for children, elderly residents, and outdoor workers. Scientists attribute this early-season extreme heat to climate change patterns, noting that South Asia has become particularly vulnerable to rising temperatures that threaten over a billion residents regionally.
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This heatwave follows concerning global climate trends, with March 2025 recorded as the tenth consecutive month of record-breaking global temperatures. Pakistani environmental experts warn that such extreme weather events may become more frequent and intense, necessitating long-term adaptation strategies for urban and rural communities.
