The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), in its forecast on Tuesday, stated that the temperature in Sindh will exceed the 40°C mark reaching up to 42°C by April 11 — which is likely to be the second day of Eid-ul-Fitr if Shawwal moon is sighted today.
As per the Met Office, mercury is likely to fluctuate between 37°C to 39°C today in lower Sindh, including Karachi, where the weather will remain hot and dry with humidity levels recorded at 64%.
Forecasting scorching and humid weather during Eid, the PMD said that the temperature will remain between 34°C to 36°C with sea breeze blowing from the west and south-west.
However, the metropolis is likely to witness rain and thunderstorm on April 13 and 14, the Met Office added.
“From April 13 or 14, there will be rain in most parts of the country due to westerly winds. Moreover, Karachi is also expected to receive light to moderate rain from April 14,” weather analyst Jawad Memon said on Monday.
The metropolis is also expected to witness downpour between April 22 to 23, he added.
Memon further noted that more than usual rains may happen in the country in April, stressing that there might be more rain by April 22 or 23 due to westerly system.
