Karachi has been experiencing light to moderate rainfall since Sunday morning, as per the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The city is bracing for another spell of monsoon showers in the next 24 hours.
Among the areas affected, Surjani Town’s Yousuf Goth has recorded 76mm of rainfall so far, the highest in the metropolis. Other impacted areas include North Karachi, Federal B Area, Sohrab Goth, Scheme 33, and parts of Gulistan-e-Johar and Gulshan-e-Iqbal.
Malir Halt, Defence, Korangi, Landhi, Quaidabad, and adjacent areas have also been soaked by lighter rains. The PMD has noted that the current weather system is still active over Karachi, which is expected to remain cloudy with strong winds.
The temperature in the city is currently 27°C, with a forecasted maximum of 32°C. Sea breezes may reach speeds of 15 to 25 kilometers per hour, and humidity levels are at 88%.
In response to the wet conditions, Karachi traffic police have issued advisories for motorcyclists to use the left side of the road and avoid sudden braking due to the slippery conditions. Drivers are advised to reduce speed and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
Weather analyst Owais Hyder told Geo News that the effects of the current low-pressure system are confined to the northern and western parts of Karachi, with potential expansion to other areas in the coming hours. More rain is anticipated until Sunday night, particularly in District Central.
Nationwide Impact
The monsoon rains have also caused significant damage across the country. At least eight people have died, and dozens more have been injured in rain-related incidents. Severe flooding has impacted Rajanpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Toba Achakzai, Qilla Abdullah, Ziarat, Pishin, Chaman, Jacobabad, Sukkur, Khairpur, and other regions.
Flash floods have damaged homes and crops, washed away roads and bridges, and caused the collapse of roofs and boundary walls. In Balochistan, ten people have been injured in various rain-related incidents.
