When is Pakistan’s current heatwave expected to end?

According to the Met Office, scorching temperatures are set to persist across Sindh, Punjab, and Balochistan for the next ten days, with some areas reaching a blistering 51 degrees Celsius. However, there’s a glimmer of hope as temperatures are expected to dip in the first week of June.

Yesterday, Dadu clinched the title of the hottest place in the country, recording a soaring temperature of 48 degrees Celsius. Other cities weren’t far behind, with Nawabshah, Sukkur, and Dera Ghazi Khan hitting 47 degrees Celsius, and Sibbi reaching 46 degrees Celsius. Even coastal areas like Karachi sweltered, with temperatures hitting 40.2 degrees Celsius.

Morning in Karachi felt stifling, with the Met Office predicting temperatures to soar to 40 degrees Celsius during the day and reaching 45-46 degrees Celsius in localities like DHA, Korangi, and Clifton. The air felt heavy with humidity, recorded at 60%, and winds blowing at a speed of 60 kilometers per hour from the southwest.

Weather expert Jawad Memon warned of further temperature spikes in the city in the coming days, exacerbating the discomfort caused by high humidity levels. Meanwhile, Lahore woke up to 33 degrees Celsius, with temperatures expected to skyrocket to 43 degrees Celsius later in the day, accompanied by a moisture level of 38%.

The forecast paints a picture of extremely hot and dry conditions for Punjab, with temperatures expected to rise even further in the days ahead. In light of these conditions, doctors urge caution to prevent heat-related illnesses, emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated and avoiding direct exposure to the sun.