Data shows that Gulistan-e-Jauhar recorded the highest temperature in the city at 42°C
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Sunday said Karachi experienced heatwave-like conditions, with the maximum temperature recorded at 42°C and humidity at 52 per cent, making it feel as high as 45°C.
According to a statement, the heat index — which reflected perceived temperature — remained 4 to 5 degrees higher than the actual reading during the hottest part of the day, as hot and dry northerly winds persisted and opposing wind patterns kept sea breezes inactive for several hours.
“The unusually hot weather is expected to continue on Monday, when the maximum temperature could exceed 41°C,” it added.
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According to data from various weather stations, Gulistan-e-Jauhar recorded the highest temperature in the city at 42°C. Other areas reported 41.4°C at Jinnah Terminal Airport, 40°C in Mauripur, and 39.5°C on Shahrah-e-Faisal.
In rural Sindh, Jacobabad recorded the highest temperature at 46°C, according to PMD.
Met department said that the temperature recorded at the city’s official weather station was 4.9°C above normal, noting that the average temperature for May stood at 36°C.
PMD further added that much of Sindh remained in the grip of intense heat, with maximum temperatures in several districts climbing well above seasonal averages.
“Jacobabad emerged as the hottest location in the province at 46°C, nearly 4 degrees above normal. Shaheed Benazirabad recorded 45.5°C, while Hyderabad city reached 45°C, both showing significant positive departures from average levels,” it said.
The department said that in upper Sindh, Larkana and Moenjodaro reported highs of 43°C and 44.5°C, respectively, while Sukkur and Rohri recorded relatively lower temperatures at 41.5°C, close to normal.
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“Central districts also experienced elevated temperatures, with Dadu and Padidan both recording 44.5°C, while Khairpur reached 44°C. Mirpur Khas and Thatta registered 43°C and 42°C, respectively, with Thatta recording a notable departure of over 4°C above normal,” said the statement.
Meteorologists attributed the prevailing conditions to a persistent high-pressure system over the region, which suppressed sea breezes and intensified heat across inland and coastal areas.
The Met Office advised residents — particularly children, the elderly, and outdoor workers — to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during peak hours and to stay hydrated. Authorities had also been urged to take precautionary measures to mitigate the impact of the ongoing heat spell.
PMD said that the current spell was expected to persist over the coming days, with temperatures likely to remain above normal in most parts of the province.
