LAHORE – Bhakkar sizzled at 49°C as severe heatwaves persisted in Punjab on Wednesday.
In Lahore, the maximum temperature reached as high as 46°C.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), continental air prevails over most parts of Pakistan. High pressure in the upper atmosphere prevails over the country, which will continue to persist till tomorrow. A shallow westerly wave will likely approach the upper parts tomorrow.
Under these weather conditions, severe heatwaves will continue to persist in Lahore and most districts of Punjab on Thursday. Gusty winds are expected during the afternoon.
Day temperatures will likely remain between 05°C and 07°C above normal levels in central & upper Punjab, while between 04°C and 06°C above normal levels in southern Punjab.
Lahore’s maximum temperature will likely remain between 44°C and 46°C on Thursday and between 41°C and 43°C on Friday and Saturday. The public has been advised to remain hydrated and avoid going outdoors during the daytime.
Meanwhile, severe heatwaves prevailed in Lahore and most districts of Punjab during the last 24 hours.
Bhakkar remained the hottest place in Punjab, where the maximum temperature was recorded at 49°C. The maximum temperature in Gujranwala, Hafizabad and Sargodha was recorded at 48°C, and in Attock, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Mandi Bahauddin, Joharabad, Bahawalnagar, Kasur, Mangla, Layyah and Jhelum at 47°C.
In Lahore, the maximum temperature was recorded at 46°C. Relative humidity in the evening was recorded at 18 per cent.
Dera Ismail Khan sizzles at 49°C as heatwaves prevail in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
