Karachi experienced intense heatwave-like conditions on Monday, as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) recorded a maximum temperature of 41°C, with the “feels like” temperature reaching up to 43°C due to prevailing weather factors.
The city remains under a prolonged spell of hot and dry weather, with soaring temperatures and unusually low humidity levels, recorded at just 8%. Hot north-westerly winds are sweeping across Karachi at speeds of around 11 kilometers per hour, further intensifying the dry conditions.
According to the Met Office, temperatures could climb even higher, potentially reaching 42°C during the day, while the minimum temperature overnight was recorded at 29°C. Winds from the north-west continue to blow at approximately 8 kilometers per hour.
Meteorologists have attributed the extreme weather to a persistent high-pressure system dominating the region.
This system has effectively suppressed the usual sea breeze, which typically provides some relief to coastal areas, thereby allowing heat to build up across both inland and coastal parts of the city.
Authorities have urged residents to take precautionary measures, particularly vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and outdoor workers.
The PMD has warned that the current heat spell is likely to persist over the coming days, with temperatures expected to remain above normal across most parts of Sindh, raising concerns about public health and infrastructure strain.
