Karachi, Pakistan’s bustling coastal metropolis, braces for heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours, starting September 8, 2025. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts intense monsoon showers, potentially causing urban flooding in low-lying areas. This forecast follows a weekend of scattered showers, with authorities now urging residents to stay vigilant.

On Sunday, September 7, 2025, parts of Karachi, including Gulshan-e-Hadeed, Malir, and Bahria Town, already experienced heavy downpours. Consequently, the PMD warns that a deep depression originating from southwest Rajasthan and Gujrat in India will move into southeastern Sindh within the next 24 hours. This system drives strong monsoon currents, likely triggering heavy to very heavy rainfall through September 10. Moreover, today’s weather in Karachi features a high of 34°C, 91% humidity, and winds at 11 km/h, creating muggy conditions that amplify the rain’s impact.

The PMD’s advisory highlights risks of flash flooding in areas like Dadu and rising water levels in the Hub Dam. Additionally, gusty winds may damage weak structures, such as kacha houses, electric poles, and billboards. Therefore, officials advise farmers to adjust their activities and urge residents to avoid low-lying zones prone to waterlogging.

Urban Flooding Threats

Karachi’s drainage challenges exacerbate the risk of urban flooding. For instance, last month’s heavy rains caused power outages lasting up to 48 hours and left roads waterlogged, snarling traffic. Similarly, the current forecast raises concerns for areas like Shahrah-e-Faisal, Korangi Road, and Defence, which saw light showers on Monday morning. If the weather system shifts westward, heavier rainfall could strike later today, according to weather experts.

Furthermore, the PMD cautions that torrential rains may worsen conditions in flood-affected regions of Sindh and Punjab. In response, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and local officials monitor the situation closely, urging residents to follow safety guidelines. Meanwhile, other Sindh districts, including Tharparkar, Umerkot, and Hyderabad, also face heavy rainfall risks through September 10.