The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a major heatwave warning for several regions of Pakistan during the Eid ul Adha holidays from May 25 to May 31, 2026. According to the weather advisory, a strong high-pressure system is expected to form in the upper atmosphere from May 25 and intensify further from May 26, causing temperatures to rise significantly across the country.
The forecast states that several cities in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Balochistan, Islamabad and Azad Kashmir may experience temperatures 5°C to 7°C above normal levels. In many districts of Punjab, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Sialkot and Attock, temperatures are expected to range between 42°C and 45°C during the heatwave period.
The PMD has also warned that southern and central regions of Punjab, along with several areas of Sindh and Balochistan, could experience extremely high temperatures between 47°C and 50°C. Cities including Multan, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Sukkur, Jacobabad and Larkana are likely to face the most intense heat conditions.
Meanwhile, Karachi is expected to remain very hot during the Eid holidays, with daytime temperatures forecast between 35°C and 38°C. Night temperatures are also likely to remain higher than usual, increasing discomfort for residents.
The Met Office has advised citizens to avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight between 10am and 4pm, stay hydrated and take extra precautions for children, elderly individuals and women. Farmers have also been urged to protect crops and livestock during the extreme weather conditions.
Authorities warned that electricity demand may rise sharply during the heatwave, while water usage should be managed carefully to avoid shortages. Relevant departments and emergency services have been directed to remain alert throughout the forecast period.
The latest weather advisory highlights growing climate-related challenges in Pakistan as the country continues to face increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves during the summer season.
