A severe heatwave is sweeping across Balochistan, with exceptionally high temperatures expected in most areas, according to the Meteorological Department Quetta Regional Center report today.
Western regions are bracing for extremely hot, dry, and windy conditions. However, some relief is anticipated in hilly locales of Musakhel, Sherani, Zhob, Barkhan, Kohlu, Ziarat, Harnai, Loralai, Khuzdar, Dera Bugti, Bolan, Kalat, Lasbella, and Hub districts, where isolated rain, wind, and thunderstorms are possible.
The forecast warns of potential heavy downpours in the central and northern mountainous regions over the next 24 hours, increasing the risk of flash floods in hill torrents. The sweltering conditions are predicted to persist for the next 48 hours across most of the province, with isolated rain and thunderstorms expected in Barkhan, Musakhel, Sherani, and adjacent areas.
Over the past 24 hours, Barkhan recorded 10mm of rainfall. Temperatures soared across the region, with Dalbandin reaching a high of 44.5°C and a low of 28.0°C. Other notable high temperatures included Nokkundi at 44.0°C, Turbat at 44.0°C, and Sibbi at 42.0°C. Quetta experienced varied temperatures, ranging from 39.5°C in the city to 37.0°C in Sariab. Coastal areas like Gwadar and Ormara saw slightly cooler temperatures, hovering around 32.5°C.