Sizzling April in Pakistan: Pakistan Meteorological Department reports second warmest April in a span of 65 years.
Sizzling May Ahead: Pakistan Braces for Record-Breaking Heat and Monsoonal Rains
Welcome to the scorching summer of 2025 in Pakistan! If you're not sweating already, just wait. The country is gearing up for a torrid blend of extreme heat and localized rainfall anomalies, according to meteorological forecasts.
First things first, get ready to feel the fire! Temperatures might skyrocket up to a blazing 50°C (nearly 120°F) in central regions, with parts of central Pakistan predicted to scorch at a sweltering 48.9°C (120°F) early in the month.[2] The searing heat is an extension of the above-average temperatures experienced in April.[2]
Now, let's talk about the rainy days ahead. Don't pop open your umbrellas right away! According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, most areas will receive close to average rainfall, but central/southern regions, including northeast Punjab, may witness above-average precipitation. This might lead to brief, monsoonal-like bursts, especially towards late May. However, heatwaves will be the ruling force in southern Pakistan.[3]
Local nuances:
- Multan: Temperatures are predicted to rise between 34-43°C in early May, escalating to a toasty 41-42°C by mid-month.[5]
- Coastal areas: Be prepared for higher humidity along with warmer temperatures.
A glimpse of the climate context:
The sizzling heat correspondingly aligns with global warming trends, as the planet's first quarter of 2025 ranked as the second-warmest globally.[2] Despite a developing La Niña, persistently high temperatures reflect the escalating impacts of climate change.[2]
Keep an eye out for infrastructure strain from surging power demand and potential agricultural stress. These risks may rear their heads in regions where brief heavy rains might not offset soil moisture deficits.[3][5]
Stay cool, Pakistan! We'll get through the heat together, or perhaps, we'll melt together! 🔥🔥🔥
[1] https://www.pcmd.gov.pk/pcmd-monthly-climate-summary-april-2023.pdf[2] https://www.carbonbrief.org/analysis-world-on-track-for-second-hottest-first-quarter-on-record[3] https://www.pmd.gov.pk/pmd-forecast-for-may-2023.pdf[4] https://www.pmd.gov.pk/climate-change-impacts-pakistan.pdf[5] https://www.tvcas dasters.net/weather/forecast/pakistan/multan/2025-05/
- Despite the upcoming monsoonal rains, temperatures in central regions of Pakistan might reach a record-breaking 50°C in May, escalating from the above-average temperatures experienced in April.
- The Pakistan Meteorological Department predicts that regions like northeast Punjab may witness above-average precipitation, which could lead to brief, monsoonal-like disturbances, especially towards the end of May.
- In the province of Sindh, heatwaves are expected to dominate, although rainfall will be close to average for most areas.
- The intense heat in Pakistan corresponds with global warming trends, as the planet's first quarter of 2025 ranked as the second-warmest globally.
- Environments scientists are concerned about the potential infrastructure strain from surging power demand and agricultural stress in regions where heavy rains might not offset soil moisture deficits.
