Karachi Welcomes First Monsoon Showers, Bringing Much-Needed Relief from Heat
KARACHI: The weather in Karachi turned pleasant on Saturday morning as light to moderate rainfall refreshed multiple parts of the city, breaking a prolonged spell of intense heat and signaling the official start of the monsoon season.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), areas such as Malir, II Chundrigar Road, Saddar, and surrounding localities experienced light to moderate showers early in the day, with more intermittent rain expected through the afternoon and evening.
Today’s Forecast
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🌧 Rain & Thunderstorms: Expected to continue intermittently throughout the day.
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🌡 Temperature: Maximum expected at 31°C.
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💧 Humidity: High, currently recorded at 90%.
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🌬 Winds: Blowing from the northeast at 10 km/h, creating a cooling effect across the city.
First Monsoon Spell in Full Effect
The first spell of monsoon rains began in Karachi on Friday, offering residents a welcome break from the recent heatwave and officially kicking off the rainy season.
The PMD has also issued alerts for rain, gusty winds, and thunderstorms in several other districts of Sindh, including:
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Hyderabad, Dadu, Badin
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Ghotki, Kashmore, Jacobabad
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Tharparkar, Mirpurkhas, Umerkot
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Khairpur, Sukkur, Larkana
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Qambar Shadadkot, Shaheed Benazirabad
Rainfall Totals in Karachi (Last 24 Hours)
| Area | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|
| Surjani Town | 16.0 mm |
| North Karachi | 7.4 mm |
| Orangi Town | 6.1 mm |
The southern regions of Karachi currently show dense cloud cover, according to the PMD, suggesting the likelihood of heavier rainfall in certain pockets of the city today.
Upcoming Weather System
Looking ahead, another monsoon system is likely to approach Sindh around July 5 or 6, potentially bringing more widespread rainfall and thunderstorms, the PMD warned.
Precautionary Advisory
The meteorological department has urged residents to stay updated with official weather alerts and exercise caution, particularly in areas prone to urban flooding.
For real-time updates and emergency assistance, citizens are encouraged to stay connected with the local authorities and the PMD’s helpline.
Stay tuned to our platform for more weather updates, advisories, and rainfall data as the monsoon season continues to unfold.
