Monday weather: hot, dry conditions forecast for most areas

WEB DESK: The country is bracing for a spell of hot and dry weather on Monday, with most regions forecast to experience high temperatures and minimal cloud cover, according to the latest weather advisory by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).

Going region by region, PMD said that in Islamabad and surrounding areas, conditions are expected to remain dry throughout the day, accompanied by a noticeable rise in daytime temperatures.

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Across Punjab, residents can expect hot and dry weather in most districts. The situation will be similar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where the plains are likely to endure high temperatures under clear skies.

In Sindh, most districts are set to remain hot and dry, although coastal areas such as Karachi may see partly cloudy skies, offering slight relief from the heat.

Balochistan will also face predominantly hot and dry conditions across the province. However, like Sindh, coastal regions may experience intermittent cloud cover.

The weather in Kashmir is expected to stay dry, with temperatures climbing during the day, while Gilgit-Baltistan is forecast to remain dry and hot as well.

Citizens are advised to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, and take necessary precautions against heat-related health risks.

MONSOON IS OVER, HEAT SPELL BEGINS

Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Director General Irfan Ali Kathia said that the monsoon season has officially ended, with no forecast of rain in the coming week.

He said that water in flood-hit areas has started to recede, while the flow of rivers across Punjab has returned to normal. However, he cautioned that water levels in River Sutlej remain high and authorities are closely monitoring the situation.

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The PDMA chief also noted that parts of the M-5 Motorway had been affected due to floodwaters, but clearance work on the damaged section is under way. “No decision has been taken regarding a breach on the motorway, and technical teams are keeping a strict watch on the situation,” he said.

He added that Punjab has largely moved past the emergency phase of the recent floods, but vigilance will continue, especially in areas surrounding River Sutlej, where inflows from India earlier caused a sharp rise in water levels.