Rain Brings Pleasant Weather and Cleaner Air to Lahore
Showers across the city lowered temperatures and eased smog, and the Met Office forecasts more intermittent rain until tomorrow.
Rain turns Lahore’s weather pleasant and eases smog, with AQI at 69; more showers are forecast until tomorrow, followed by hot, dry weather next week.
Lahore’s weather turned pleasant on Thursday, October 15, after rain across several parts of the city early in the morning brought cooler temperatures and relief from smog. The Meteorological Department has forecast further intermittent rain until tomorrow.
Temperatures
The current temperature is 25°C, with a maximum of 27°C expected. The city’s minimum temperature was recorded at 21°C, and temperatures are expected to fall further over the next few days.
Where It Rained
Light to heavy rain was reported in Gulberg, Kalma Chowk, Barkat Market, Cavalry Ground, Shadman, Defence and Mall Road, as well as surrounding areas.
Air Quality
The rain reduced the intensity of smog, and Lahore’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was reported at 69 after the rainfall. The Met Office attributed the improvement in air quality to the rain.
Outlook
No rain is expected in Lahore next week, when the weather is forecast to remain hot and dry. For now, the showers through tomorrow should keep temperatures mild and give further relief from smog.
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