The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted partly cloudy weather in Karachi, with chances of isolated thunderstorms and rain on March 26 and 28. The forecast comes as a westerly wave continues to affect most parts of the country.
On Thursday, the PMD reported that Karachi will see partly cloudy skies with a maximum temperature of 30–32°C and a minimum of 24°C. Humidity is expected around 45–55% in the evening, accompanied by west/southwesterly winds.
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Friday will also remain partly cloudy, with highs of 31–33°C and lows of 22–24°C. Daytime humidity may reach 80–90%, with northwesterly winds gradually shifting west/southwesterly, the PMD added. Saturday will bring a chance of rain or thunderstorms, with temperatures between 30–32°C and lows of 22–24°C, along with 75–85% humidity and west/southwesterly winds.
The PMD also warned of thunderstorms or light to moderate rain in several districts of Sindh, including Jamshoro, Dadu, Kambar Shahdad Kot, Jacobabad, Shikarpur, Kashmore, Sukkur, and Ghotki. On March 28–29, rain, wind, and thunderstorms—with isolated hail—are expected in these areas and in Hyderabad, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, and Matiari districts.
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Authorities cautioned that windstorms, hail, and lightning may damage weak structures such as billboards, electric poles, and solar panels. Farmers were advised to protect standing crops from possible damage. Last week, a thunderstorm in Karachi claimed 20 lives and injured eight others, highlighting the need for precaution.