Pakistan(National Times)- The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted a dry and hot weather spell across the country during the Eid ul Fitr holidays, indicating that the country will experience a continuation of the prevailing dry and hot weather conditions. PMD officials stated that continental air will dominate most regions, leading to dry conditions in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and other parts of the country. The officials also mentioned that the plains are expected to experience hot weather during the holidays, with no rain-bearing system forecasted to bring relief. Islamabad is likely to remain hot and dry over the next 12 hours. Most districts of Balochistan will experience hot weather, while Punjab is expected to witness strong winds. Sindh will also remain dry, with strong winds in various areas. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the upper districts will have partly cloudy skies. Meanwhile, dry weather is predicted for Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, according to the PMD officials. The temperature is expected to rise from April 4 and is likely to reach 39°C. Karachi’s weather forecast is to be taken in the context of Chief Meteorologist Muhammad Afzal’s prediction of a significant increase in temperature in the country in the coming months. According to the expert, metropolitan areas will experience heatwave conditions due to the urban heat island effect, accelerating drought conditions. Afzal warned that most parts of the country will experience hot and dry weather, with temperatures likely to remain 2°C to 3°C above normal. In Karachi, he said that daytime temperatures were expected to rise by 3°C to 4°C above normal levels, adding to the discomfort for citizens. In addition, the PMD has advised people to avoid strenuous activities during the peak heat hours and to stay indoors as much as possible. The department will continue to monitor the weather situation and provide updates as necessary.