Anticipation builds as the Sindh government deliberates on extending school winter vacations due to an unexpected drop in temperatures.
Schools were initially set to reopen on January 1, 2025, but a persistent cold wave has prompted widespread speculation about a possible extension, leaving parents, students, and educators eagerly awaiting an official announcement.
Unprecedented Cold Conditions in Karachi
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted further temperature declines in Karachi, with nighttime temperatures expected to hover between 8°C and 10°C over the next three days.
This cold wave, driven by a shallow westerly disturbance impacting the western and northern regions of Pakistan, has also begun to influence Karachi’s typically moderate winter climate. Residents are experiencing unusually chilly nights, leading many to take additional precautions to stay warm.
The PMD attributes the cold spell to prevailing continental air across much of the country, further intensifying Karachi’s frosty mornings.
Weather Forecast for Karachi and Nearby Regions
Tuesday, December 31, 2024:
- Karachi: Cold and dry weather is expected throughout the day.
- Nationally: Very cold and partly cloudy conditions are predicted in hilly areas. Scattered light rain or snow may occur in North Balochistan, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan by evening or night.
Wednesday, January 1, 2025:
- Karachi: The city’s weather will remain partly cloudy and cold.
- Nationally: Scattered areas of north-western Balochistan, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir might experience light rain or snowfall.
- Dense fog is anticipated during nighttime and early morning hours in the plains of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Upper Sindh.
Awaiting Sindh Government’s Decision
As the cold wave continues to affect daily life, parents and students across Sindh are urging the government to extend the winter break. Many believe that prolonging the holidays will allow families to better cope with the unusually cold conditions.
The Sindh government has yet to release an official statement regarding the matter, but any decision will likely depend on upcoming weather developments and public safety concerns.
A Frosty Start to 2025
Karachi residents are bracing for a rare cold snap as they ring in the New Year. While some welcome the chilly weather, many are hopeful for an extended winter break to navigate the frosty conditions comfortably.
Stay tuned for updates on the Sindh government’s decision and further weather forecasts for Karachi and surrounding regions.
