The Meteorological Department’s Early Warning Centre has predicted that south-western winds from the sea are likely to strengthen over Karachi during the afternoon on Saturday.

Northeastern winds over Balochistan are expected to continue affecting the region during morning and night hours.

Temperatures in Karachi are expected to rise slightly on Tuesday, with a minimum of 17°C and a maximum of 31°C.

City residents can expect dry weather during the day and cooler conditions at night, the Meteorological Department said.

According to state broadcaster Radio Pakistan, mainly cold and dry weather is expected in most parts of the country, while very cold in hilly areas during the next twelve hours.

The temperature of major cities was recorded this morning.

Islamabad 5°C, Lahore 12°C, Karachi 17°C, Peshawar 7°C, Quetta 2°C, Gilgit 4°C, Muzaffarabad 4°C, Murree 0°C.

Read: PMD predicts pleasant weather for Lahore during Basant celebrations

Earlier, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Punjab has forecast pleasant weather in Lahore and the surrounding areas during the Basant celebrations.

From February 6 to 8, Lahore is expected to experience dry conditions with partly cloudy skies. Temperatures during the festival are likely to range between 20°C and 22°C.