Karachi is officially a fairly dry city, averaging only around 200 mm (about 8 inches) of rain a year, but nearly all of it arrives in a short, intense monsoon window from July to September, which is exactly what makes it so disruptive. Because the city receives so little rain the rest of the year, drainage infrastructure sees little regular use and is often poorly maintained or blocked by debris, so even a single heavy monsoon spell can cause severe flash flooding across large parts of the city, as happened dramatically during the 2020 monsoon season. Low-lying and informally developed neighborhoods tend to be hit hardest, with floodwater sometimes taking days to fully recede. Because the entire annual rainfall risk here is compressed into just a handful of intense summer storms, radar tracking during monsoon season is one of the most valuable real-time tools available to residents and local authorities. The Pakistan Meteorological Department operates the country’s weather radar network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Karachi right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Karachi, Sindh where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Karachi can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Karachi rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Karachi?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Sindh and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Karachi, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Karachi rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.