Karachi has experienced a sudden drop in temperature after rainfall, and the Meteorological Department has issued a fresh forecast warning of a prolonged cold spell in the city.
The weather shift has surprised residents, as temperatures fell sharply following rain and cold winds in the metropolis.
According to the PMD, Karachi remained cold during the day, with the temperature recorded at around 20 degrees Celsius.
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Officials say a new cold wave is expected to persist for nearly a week, and the city’s temperature may fall to single-digit levels during early mornings and nights.
The department reported that the minimum temperature in Karachi was recorded at 10.5 degrees Celsius in the early morning.
The humidity level stood at 21 percent, while dry and cold winds continued to blow from the north-west at a speed of about 15 kilometres per hour. These weather conditions have intensified the cold feeling across the city.
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After yesterday’s rainfall, the weather turned noticeably colder, with icy winds causing a sharp decline in the mercury.
In some areas, residents felt temperatures as low as six degrees, while the cold sensation was perceived to be around four degrees due to wind chill. This sudden change has affected daily routines, especially for children, elderly people, and outdoor workers.
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The impact of the cold weather is not limited to Karachi. Across different parts of the country, rain and snowfall in mountainous regions have disrupted normal life.
The Meteorological Department said the ongoing spell of cold and rain is likely to continue over the next few days, which may further lower temperatures in urban and hilly areas.
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