{"id":453390,"date":"2025-01-04T00:37:36","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T19:37:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=453390"},"modified":"2025-01-04T00:37:36","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T19:37:36","slug":"single-digit-temperatures-to-prevail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/single-digit-temperatures-to-prevail\/","title":{"rendered":"Single digit temperatures to prevail"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> ISLAMABAD<br \/>\nChief Meteorologist Sardar Sarfraz Friday predicted a significant increase in the intensity of the cold wave sweeping across the country where the mercury is expected to drop further from January 4, with temperatures remaining in single digits for the next one to two weeks.<br \/>\nIn an exclusive interview with a private news channel, he said the cold winds originating from Quetta will move towards Karachi, bringing with them a chill that will be felt across the country.<br \/>\nHe attributed the impending cold snap to a high-pressure system building up in the north, which will push the cold air masses towards the southern regions.<br \/>\nWhen asked about the expected temperature range, Sarfraz replied, \u201cDaytime temperatures will struggle to rise above 8-10\u00b0C, while nighttime temperatures will plummet to as low as 2-4\u00b0C in some areas.\u201d Sarfraz also cautioned that the cold wave may lead to foggy conditions in the mornings, potentially disrupting air and road travel.<br \/>\n\u201cWe urge everyone to check the weather forecast before embarking on their daily commutes and to exercise caution while driving in foggy conditions,\u201d he added.<br \/>\nThe Chief Meteorologist assured that his department is closely monitoring the weather situation and will issue regular updates and advisories to help the public prepare for the impending cold snap.<br \/>\nAs the country braces for the intense cold wave, citizens are advised to take necessary precautions to stay safe and warm. 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