Met Office informed that due to a persistent high pressure in the upper atmosphere the day temperatures are likely to remain unusually high in most parts of the country in coming days.

• Day temperatures are likely to remain 09-11°C above normal in Sindh, South Punjab and Southern/Central parts of Balochistan in coming days.
• Day temperatures are likely to remain 08-10°C above normal in upper Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir.
• Rain-wind/thunderstorm is expected in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Murree, Galliyat, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir on 02nd and 03rd April (Saturday& Sunday), while light rain-wind/thunderstorm is also expected in Islamabad, Attock, Chakwal and Jhelum during the period.

Possible Impacts:

• Prevailing long dry spell may cause water stress on water reservoirs, standing crops, vegetable and orchards.
• Farmers are advised to manage crop water accordingly.
• Early harvesting of wheat crop.
• General public is advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight.

NOTE: Judicious use of water is requested in all aspects of life.