National ( The cow news digital ) The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave warning across the country, forecasting significantly high temperatures from today until 31 May, raising concerns about public health and water stress in several regions.
According to the latest advisory, temperatures are expected to remain 5 to 7 degrees Celsius above normal during the forecast period, affecting large parts of the country including southern and central regions.
The department warned that extreme heat conditions are likely in several cities of Sindh and southern Punjab, where daytime temperatures may surge between 47°C and 50°C. Affected areas include cities such as Sukkur, Jacobabad, Larkana, Mohenjo Daro, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad, Hyderabad, and Dera Ghazi Khan, as well as parts of Balochistan including Sibi and Turbat.
Officials also noted that southern Punjab districts such as Multan could experience similar extreme heat conditions during this period. Residents have been advised to take precautionary measures, avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight, and increase water intake to prevent heat-related illnesses.
In Karachi, temperatures are expected to remain between 35°C and 38°C, which, while lower than inland regions, is still above seasonal averages and may feel more intense due to humidity levels.
The meteorological department further reported that on Sunday, some of the highest recorded temperatures were observed in multiple cities. Dadu recorded a peak of 49°C, while Shaheed Benazirabad and Mohenjo Daro reached 48°C. Jacobabad, Sakrand, and Larkana each recorded 47°C.
Other regions also experienced warm conditions, with temperatures in Karachi and Muzaffarabad around 35°C, Quetta at 33°C, and Gilgit at a comparatively cooler 27°C.
Weather experts have warned that prolonged exposure to such extreme heat can lead to dehydration, heatstroke, and other health complications, particularly among children, the elderly, and outdoor workers.
Authorities have advised the public to stay indoors during peak afternoon hours, wear light clothing, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities. Emergency services and hospitals have also been instructed to remain on alert for heat-related cases.
The ongoing heatwave is part of a broader pattern of rising temperatures in the region, with climate experts linking such events to changing weather patterns and increasing global temperature trends.
