Karachi Sizzles at 40°C as Hot, Dry Weather Persists
Officials clarified that despite the ongoing heat spell, it does not meet the criteria for a heatwave. Typically, a heatwave is declared when humidity exceeds 60–65% along with sustained high temperatures and a halt in sea breezes for several consecutive days. During the current conditions, daytime humidity is expected to remain between 28% and 30%.
Spokesperson Anjum Nazir Zaigham stated that while Karachi is facing high temperatures, rural districts of Sindh may continue to experience heatwave-like conditions. In Hyderabad, temperatures have climbed to 42°C, with reduced traffic movement observed due to the extreme heat.
Authorities also noted that Karachi’s historical May temperature record of 48°C remains unbroken. The current heatwave-like conditions are expected to ease after one more day, with temperatures likely to decline thereafter.