Cyclone Shakti starts weakening in Arabian Sea

Cyclone Shakti

KARACHI: The Cyclone Shakti has taken the form of cyclonic storms but is likely to be further weakened in the next 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Department, Cyclone Shakti is about 910 kilometers away from Karachi and within 24 hours, Cyclone Shakti will weaken further and become a depression. The Meteorological Department has said … Read more

Cyclone Shakti intensifies, now 390 km southwest of Karachi

Cyclone Shakti

KARACHI: The intensity of Cyclone Shakti has increased over the past 12 hours, with the system now located about 390 kilometers southwest of Karachi over the northeastern Arabian Sea. According to the Meteorological Department, the cyclone has been moving westward for the past 12 hours and is expected to track northwestward toward the central-northern Arabian … Read more

Light rain and drizzle expected in Karachi today

Weather Update; Rain Expected in Southeast Sindh

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast chances of light rain and drizzle in different parts of Karachi on Monday. According to the Met Office, the city is likely to remain partly cloudy and humid over the next 24 hours. During this period, light rain or drizzle may occur at isolated locations across the … Read more

Heavy monsoon rains lash Punjab, submerging low-lying areas

Heavy monsoon rains lash Punjab, submerging low-lying areas

LAHORE: The 8th spell of monsoon rains has hit Pakistan, causing widespread disruption in various cities across Punjab. Heavy rainfall, ranging from light drizzles to intense downpours, has led to severe difficulties for residents, with low-lying areas in several cities now under water. The rain spell is currently affecting Narowal, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Muridke, Daska, and … Read more

France faces intense summer heatwave

France

PARIS:  France is currently in the grip of a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 35°C and expected to climb as high as 40°C in the coming days, prompting widespread alerts and safety measures. Over 50 departments across the country have been placed under an “orange alert” by authorities, signaling significant health and safety risks. … Read more

Great News for Karachi! Rains Expected to Start from July 8

Great News for Karachi! Rains Expected to Start from July 8

Recent cloudy skies in Karachi have provided relief from the summer heat. Karachi’s temperature is expected to peak at 37 degrees Celsius today. The Meteorological Department is closely monitoring the weather for timely updates. Karachi, July 4, 2024: Recent cloudy skies have brought much-needed relief to Karachi residents from the intense summer heat, accompanied by … Read more

Karachi Heatwave Alert! Temperature to Reach 40°C Today!

Weather update; Heatwave to continue till June 12 in Punjab

The Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave warning for Karachi. The city’s heat intensity is rising due to the halt in the sea breeze. Karachi’s weather will remain hot and humid for the next 24 hours. Karachi is gearing up for another scorching day as the Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave warning for the … Read more

Met Dept Predicts Monsoon Rains in Karachi from Early July!

Met Dept Predicts Monsoon Rains in Karachi from Early July!

Meteorological Department predicts monsoon rains in Karachi. Chief Meteorologist Sarfaraz confirms rainfall in upper Sindh. Sarfaraz forecasts rain in Karachi’s first week of July. Karachi residents can expect relief from the heat as the Meteorological Department predicts monsoon rains starting in early July. Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfaraz has confirmed that rains have begun in the … Read more

Light Rain and Drizzle Predicted in Karachi Today!

Light Rain and Drizzle Predicted in Karachi Today!

The Meteorological Department predicts light rain in Karachi today. The weather will remain warm and humid throughout the day. The light rain may provide some relief from the heat and humidity. KARACHI – The Meteorological Department has forecasted light rain in Karachi’s coastal regions today. This weather pattern is set to unfold alongside the city’s … Read more

Meteorological Department Issues Alert of Cold Snap Across Pakistan

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that most regions of the country will experience cold and dry weather over the next 24 hours. The PMD forecasts the possibility of rain and snowfall in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir, with a chance of thunderstorm rain in southwestern districts of Balochistan. In Islamabad, rain accompanied … Read more

Karachi is likely to hit drizzles today

Karachi drizzles

There is a possibility of drizzle in different areas of Karachi this evening, Bol News reported on Saturday. The Meteorological Department said that Karachi is likely to remain partially cloudy during the next 24 hours. The Meteorological Department further added that the city is likely to be partly cloudy on Sunday and Monday, and it … Read more

Weather update: Karachi receives rainfall along with hailstorm

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Karachi receives rainfall with hailstorm Various parts of the city received heavy falls The spell is likely to continue March 19 KARACHI: The metropolitan city received rainfall along with hailstorm that turned the weather pleasant for the citizens. Orangi, Surjani, New Karachi, North Karachi, Gulistan-e-Jauher, Gulshan-e-Maymar, and Port Qasim areas received rain under the influence … Read more

When will Ramadan begin in Pakistan?

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  • The Ruet-e-hilal Committee meeting will be held on March 22.
  • The birth of the new moon of Ramadan will take place on March 21.
  • There is a strong possibility that the moon of Ramadan will be sighted on 21 March.

The Department of Meteorology has predicted that Ramadan in Pakistan will begin on March 23.

There is a strong possibility that the moon of Ramadan will be sighted on 21 March i.e. 29 Shaban.

According to the details, the meeting of the Ruet-e-hilal Committee in Pakistan will be held on Wednesday, March 22 (Shaban 29).

The Department of Meteorology issued a statement that the birth of the new moon of Ramadan will take place on March 21 at 10:23 PM.

Former professor Dr. Abdullah Al-Massand of astronomy at Al-Qassim University in Saudi Arabia and deputy chairman of the Meteorological society said that this year Ramadan is likely to start on March 23.

Aside from that, there’s a good chance that Ramadan will begin on the same day all over the world including Pakistan.

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Weather update: Intensity of cold dropped in Karachi, weather turns pleasant

Karachi cold intensity

Intensity of cold dropped in Karachi Weather turned pleasant as mercury stays moderate While, weather will remain cold, dry in most parts KARACHI: The intensity of cold in the metropolitan city has started decreasing and the mornings have been turning pleasant with moderate temperatures. As per the meteorological department, the severity of cold decreased considerably … Read more

Cold weather prevails in most parts of country  

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  • “There is a possibility of rain and snowfall in some areas.”
  • Forecast in Islamabad will remain partly cloudy.
  • Rain-thunderstorm with snow over hills is expected in KP.

KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted that the weather will remain cold across the country while there is a possibility of rain and snowfall in some areas.

According to the report of the Meteorological Department, the forecast in Islamabad will remain partly cloudy, while there is a possibility of light rain or drizzle.

On other hand, rain-thunderstorm with snow over hills is expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, upper Punjab and north Balochistan during the next twelve hours.

Earlier, upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad and Punjab received rain and snow on the mountains, while the weather remained cold in other parts of the country.

Temperatures of some major cities recorded in Islamabad and Muzaffarabad five degree centigrade,  Lahore and Karachi 11, Peshawar six, Quetta and Murree minus three and Gilgit four degree centigrade.

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Light showers and drizzles expected in Karachi, says PMD

drizzles expected in Karachi
  • Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced light showers and drizzles are to be expected throughout the city
  • The minimum temperature in the city recorded was 27 Degree Celcius. The humidity in the air was recorded as up to 88 percent
  • PMD also mentioned that the maximum temperature to reach on Saturday would be around 35 Degree Celcius

KARACHI: After heavy spells of rain in the metropolitan city, Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has announced light showers and drizzles are to be expected throughout the city, BOL News reported on Saturday.

According to the meteorological department, the minimum temperature in the city recorded was 27 Degree Celcius. The humidity in the air was recorded as up to 88 percent. PMD also mentioned that the maximum temperature to reach on Saturday would be around 35 Degree Celcius. The weather is mostly cloudy as Southwest wind blowing at a speed of 22 km/h in the city.

Another spell of torrential rains is expected in the city and throughout Sindh from August 23. The rainy clouds will hover over the city till August 26, as per the details mentioned by the meteorological department.

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Karachi to brave another heatwave, mercury touches 41 degrees

Karachi’s temperature has once again touched 41 degrees Celsius. According to the Meteorological Department, humidity in the air was recorded at only 11 percent in the metropolitan city. Today, the minimum temperature was also recorded at 28 degrees Celsius. The Meteorological Department said that sea breezes are suspended in the city, a north-west hot wind … Read more

Met Department Predicts Light Rain, Drizzle In Karachi

Met Department Predicts Light Rain, Drizzle In Karachi

There is a possibility of thundershowers and rain in most parts of the country today. According to the Meteorological Department, thundershowers and strong winds are expected in Azad Kashmir, North-East Punjab, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and some parts of Gilgit-Baltistan. The weather will remain hot in the federal capital Islamabad, however, strong winds and thundershowers are … Read more