The heatwave currently gripping the country’s industrial hub is expected to continue tormenting citizens today as well, Geo News reported, citing the local weather forecasting authority.
The mercury is expected to rise to 43°C — again; however, by 2pm in the afternoon, the sea breeze is likely to pick up the pace, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
On Monday, the temperature soared to 44°C in Karachi. The highest temperature was recorded at 47°C in Chhor, Sindh.
Dr Muhammad Riaz, the PMD’s chief meteorologist, predicts the country can expect the weather to remain hot and dry for the next three days.
“The heatwave will continue for another three days unless there is rain. However, if there is no respite this week, then temperatures could cross 43°C in cities including Lahore and Karachi.”
Riaz further added that areas in South Punjab could be the worst affected.
Power outages continued to plunge large areas of Karachi into darkness at both sehri and iftar timings.
