Islamabad, May 19, 2022 (PPI-OT):

Warning

General public is advised to take precautionary measures to avoid heat wave.

Synoptic Situation

A westerly wave is present over western/upper parts of the country and likely to further strengthen from 22nd May (Sunday).

Thursday

Hot weather is expected in most plain areas of the country. However, rain wind-thunderstorm and gusty winds are expected at isolated places in Gilgit Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Islamabad and upper Punjab. Dust storm/dust-raising winds are likely in central and southern districts of Punjab.

Friday

Hot weather is expected in most plain areas of the country. However, rain wind-thunderstorm and gusty winds are expected at isolated places in Gilgit Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Islamabad and upper Punjab. Dust storm/dust-raising winds are likely in central and southern districts of Punjab.

Past 24-Hour Weather

Weather remained hot and dry in most parts of the country, while very hot in plain areas.

Yesterday’s Recorded Highest Maximum Temperature’s (°C): Dadu 48, Turbat, Sibbi, Khairpur, Jacobabad and Mohenjodaro 47.

For more information, contact:
National Weather Forecasting Centre (NWFC)
Pakistan Meteorological Department
Headquarter Office, Sector H-8/2, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-111-638-638
Email: nwfc@pmd.gov.pk
Website: http://nwfc.pmd.gov.pk