Sweltering temperatures are expected to persist across most of Balochistan, with the potential for isolated rain and thunderstorms in the northeastern districts. The Meteorological Department Quetta Regional Center issued a warning Wednesday, predicting hot and humid conditions throughout the province. However, some respite may come in the form of rain and thunderstorms, anticipated in Zhob, Musakhel, Loralai, Barkhan, Ziarat, Khuzdar, Kalat, and Labella districts during the evening and overnight hours.
Severely high temperatures are expected in Chaghai, Nokkundi, Washuk, and Panjgur districts over the next 24 hours. This pattern of heat and humidity is forecast to continue for the subsequent 48 hours, with possible rain and thunderstorms in Barkhan, Zhob, Harnai, Loralai, Kohlu, Musakhel, Ziarat, Khuzdar, Kalat, and Labella districts. The extreme daytime heat will also persist in Chaghai, Nokkundi, Washuk, and Panjgur districts during this period.
Over the past 24 hours, Nokkundi recorded the highest temperature at 45.5°C, followed by Dalbandin at 44.6°C. Quetta City reached 38.5°C, while the airport in Samungli registered 37.5°C. Other notable temperatures included Sibbi at 42°C, Usta Muhammad and Panjgur at 39.5°C, and Turbat and Zhob at 39°C. Kalat experienced a comparatively cooler 33°C, with a significant drop to 19°C during the night. Coastal areas like Pasni, Ormara, Gwadar, and Jiwani experienced temperatures ranging from 32.5°C to 34.5°C.