The effects of the cyclonic storm “Asna” are nearly over as it has moved far from Karachi’s coastline, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). As of Sunday, the storm has shifted significantly away from Karachi, now located approximately 500 kilometers southeast of the city and 350 kilometers from Ormara. It is also about 260 kilometers southeast of Gwadar.
The PMD has reported that while the cyclone’s immediate impacts have diminished, Karachi can expect light rain or drizzling due to prevailing overcast conditions. Strong and gusty winds associated with the storm have subsided, with current winds blowing from the northeast at a speed of 12 kilometers per hour.
Fishermen in Sindh have been cleared to resume their activities at sea from today. However, the PMD has advised Balochistan fishermen to avoid deep-sea ventures for another day due to residual cyclonic effects. Winds of 60-70 kilometers per hour might still be present in the affected areas, the department warned.
PMD Director General Mehar Sahibzada Khan noted that Cyclone Asna originated off the Karachi-Gwadar coast and had the potential to cause heavy rainfall in western coastal regions. Despite the cyclone’s retreat, Karachi may experience partly cloudy skies with intermittent light rain or drizzling over the next 24 hours.
The weather forecast indicates that Karachi’s minimum temperature was recorded at 23.5°C, with a maximum expected to reach between 30-32°C during the day. The humidity ratio in the air stands at 91%, which may contribute to the overall weather conditions in the port city. The resumption of sea breezes in the evening or night could provide some relief from the lingering humidity.
Karachi has largely recovered from the impacts of Cyclone Asna, residents should be prepared for occasional light rain and humid conditions as the weather gradually returns to normal.
