Strong Winds, Cooler Temperatures Forecast for Karachi on Dec 24-25
— December 23, 2024
KARACHI (AIA) Karachi is bracing for strong winds on December 24 and 25, with gusts expected to reach speeds of 25 to 35 km/h, according to Chief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfraz.
The northeast winds are forecast to bring a noticeable drop in temperature. Daytime temperatures will likely settle around 25°C, while nighttime temperatures could plunge to between 9°C and 11°C.
This cold wave is part of a broader weather system affecting Pakistan. Several areas in Balochistan, including Quetta, Kalat, Zhob, and Ziarat, are already experiencing sub-zero temperatures, with Quetta recorded at -5°C and Ziarat at -7°C.
Meanwhile, Lahore and Mirpur, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), received their first seasonal rain on Monday, with more showers predicted for Lahore in the coming days.
In Murree, snowfall has begun, marking the transition to colder weather across the country.
Residents in Karachi are advised to prepare for chilly conditions as the city joins other regions in experiencing a sharp drop in temperatures.