RAWALPINDI: Temperatures are likely to rise gradually in most parts of the country including the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad during this week.

There may be a heat wave in some parts of the country.

According to the the Met Office, due to presence of high pressure in the upper atmosphere, day temperatures are likely to increase gradually in most parts of the country till June 24.

Day temperatures are likely to remain between 4-6°C above normal in upper and central Punjab, Islamabad, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Kashmir and 2-4°C above normal in Sindh, South Punjab and parts of Balochistan.

Occasional dust/thunderstorm with rain at isolated places (in pockets) is expected in plains of the country and hilly areas during the period, according to a statement issued by the office.

It added that due to rise in temperature power and water demand will increase in the coming days. Farmers are advised to manage the watering of crops accordingly.

The general public is advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight.