Keenjhar Lake
Lake Large freshwater lake near Karachi, important bird habitat
Keenjhar Lake (Kalri) near Karachi is a large freshwater lake used for boating, fishing and weekend picnics; visitors come for birdwatching, lakeside resorts and local lakeside food stalls.
How to Get to Keenjhar Lake #
Keenjhar Lake is around 160-200 km from Karachi depending on route and is typically reached by car along the Karachi-Hyderabad-Thatta corridor. Regular buses and private transfers operate from Karachi; the drive takes several hours, so early starts are common.
Tips for Visiting Keenjhar Lake #
- Visit in cooler months for pleasant weather and to combine the trip with historical sites in Thatta.
- Take a boat trip across the lake early morning to see migratory waterfowl and the sun lifting off the water.
- Avoid peak summer months (May-Aug) for comfort-the heat can be oppressive.
Best Time to Visit Keenjhar Lake #
Late autumn through early spring is most comfortable for visiting and birdwatching.
Weather & Climate near Keenjhar Lake #
Keenjhar Lake's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 29°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is hot, feeling like 34°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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June
June is the hottest month, feeling like 36°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 35°C. The wettest month with 80 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 32°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 28°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.