A possible Super El Niño event has raised alarm bells for Pakistan and other parts of the world, with experts warning of unusual weather patterns and rising temperatures in the coming months.
According to meteorological experts from PMD, the country may face the impact of Super El Niño this year, which could significantly alter climate conditions, especially in Karachi.
What is Super El Niño and why it matters
Super El Niño occurs when the waters of the Pacific Ocean become unusually warm, disrupting global weather systems.
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This phenomenon can lead to extreme heat, irregular rainfall, and changes in storm patterns.
PMD officials in a media report stated that such warming affects monsoon cycles, potentially causing either excessive rainfall or prolonged dry spells in different regions.
Will Super El Niño affect Karachi’s weather?
Meteorological officials have warned that Karachi may experience higher “feels-like” temperatures due to increased humidity and heat intensity.
Anjum Zaigham, Deputy Director at the Meteorological Department, in an interview to local media stated that El Niño could intensify into Super El Niño by August or September.
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This shift could result in:
- Increased temperatures and heatwaves
- Changes in monsoon rainfall patterns
- Altered storm activity in coastal areas
- Long-term risks extend beyond 2026
Karachi residents have already experienced unusual weather conditions during previous El Niño cycles in 2023 and 2024, and similar or stronger impacts are expected again.
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The warning highlights the increasing vulnerability of Pakistan to global climate changes. Rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and extreme weather events continue to pose serious challenges for urban centers like Karachi.
