Expected maximum temperatures in major Pakistani cities today amid heatwave
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LAHORE – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has released the latest temperature forecast for major cities across the country, showing continued hot weather conditions on June 29, 2026. According to the PMD forecast, Faisalabad is expected to record the highest maximum temperature among listed cities at 44°C, while Lahore, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Peshawar are likely to experience temperatures of up to 42°C. Islamabad is forecast to see a maximum temperature of 41°C, with a minimum of 28°C. Karachi is expected to remain comparatively cooler with a maximum temperature of 35°C and a minimum of 29°C. Other city forecasts show Hyderabad reaching 38°C, Muzaffarabad 39°C, Gilgit and Quetta 40°C, and Chitral 39°C. Pakistan Weather Forecast: Major Cities’ Temperatures (June 29, 2026) City Maximum Minimum Islamabad 41°C 28°C Lahore 42°C 31°C Multan 42°C 31°C Faisalabad 44°C 30°C Bahawalpur 42°C 31°C Peshawar 42°C 29°C Karachi 35°C 29°C Hyderabad 38°C 27°C Muzaffarabad 39°C 22°C Gilgit 40°C 16°C Quetta 40°C 24°C Chitral 39°C 20°C The PMD data indicates that most parts of the country will continue to experience hot conditions, with temperatures remaining high in several plains and urban areas.