Karachi to see partly cloudy, humid weather for next three days: PMD
Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast partially cloudy and humid weather for Karachi Division over the next three days, with a chance of light drizzle during nighttime and early morning hours.
According to the department, maximum temperatures in the city are expected to range between 33°C and 35°C. The overall weather will remain humid, with the humidity level likely to reach 70–80% in the mornings and drop to around 55–65% in the evenings.
Winds are expected to blow predominantly from the southwest, although occasional gusts from the west may bring slight changes to local weather conditions.
Meanwhile, the monsoon system remains active in parts of Sindh. Light rain has been predicted for several districts including Jacobabad, Kashmore, Ghotki, Sukkur, Dadu, Qambar Shahdadkot and Jamshoro.
Light drizzle is also possible in Thatta, Sujawal, Badin and Tharparkar districts, while the rest of the province is expected to see warm, humid, and partly cloudy conditions.
The Meteorological Department has advised citizens to stay updated with the latest weather reports and limit non-essential travel during early morning and evening hours due to the risk of health complications associated with heat and humidity.
'People should remain informed about the changing weather patterns and avoid unnecessary movement during peak humidity to stay safe,' the department said.
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