The city is experiencing a sweltering heat wave, with the temperature crossing 40 degrees Celsius on Saturday.
The scorching heat and humidity have made life miserable for citizens, with the weather forecast predicting no respite on Sunday either.
The minimum temperature on Saturday morning was 29 degrees Celsius, a degree higher than the previous day, while the humidity level was an unusually high 66 percent. This made the morning feel hotter than usual, and the hot winds and hailstorms in the afternoon only added to the discomfort.
According to the Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature on Saturday was 40.2 degrees Celsius, with the humidity level remaining at 25 percent. This meant that the heat felt just as intense as the actual temperature, with no let-up in sight.
The Early Warning Center of the Meteorological Department has predicted that the weather will remain hot and humid on Sunday, with the maximum temperature likely to exceed 38 degrees Celsius. In some districts of central and upper Sindh, the temperature could even reach 46-48 degrees Celsius.
While Karachi is baking in the heat, some areas of rural Sindh may experience light rain with thunder or dust, including Qamber Shahdadkot, Jacobabad, and Shikarpur. On Saturday, the highest temperature in rural Sindh was recorded at 48.5 degrees Celsius in Shaheed Benazirabad.
Citizens are advised to take precautions to stay safe in the heat, including staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day, and seeking shade or air-conditioned spaces when possible."
