Parts of Karachi receive light showers

KARACHI: Parts of Karachi received light rain coupled with gusty winds today (Monday), turning the hot and humid weather pleasant.

As per details, drizzling was reported in areas of New Karachi, North Karachi, Surjani Town and adjacent areas, which is likely to continue sporadically until late at night.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, light to moderate rain is expected in various parts of the metropolis during the day. Met Office informed that a system has developed in the Indian state of Gujarat, which is heading towards Eastern Sindh.

Under the influence of this low air pressure, Tharparkar, Badin, Mirpur Khas, Umer Court, Dadu, Sukkur, and Larkana are expected to receive light rain.

The PMD further said that the weather in Karachi will be partly cloudy over the next 24 hours, whereas, light rain is expected in some areas. The minimum temperature in the metropolis was recorded at 28 degrees Celsius while the maximum is expected to reach 34 to 36 degrees Celsius.