Karachi remains hot and humid as feels-like temperature reaches 45°C

KARACHI: Karachi continued to face hot and humid conditions on Thursday, with the maximum temperature recorded at 36.1°C while the feels-like temperature climbed to 45°C.

According to a statement issued by the Met Office, the city is expected to remain under hot and humid weather conditions for the next three days. The department said temperatures are likely to stay around 38°C on Friday and may rise to 39°C on Saturday.

Pakistan Meteorological Department Deputy Director Anjum Nazir Zaigham warned of a notable increase in temperatures and urged the public to adopt broad safety measures. He advised residents to protect the elderly, children, valuables and animals from the expected heatwave.

Zaigham said the heatwave is expected to continue in Karachi until May 3, with high and dry conditions prevailing in the city during this period. He also advised residents to avoid unnecessary exposure outdoors and to take precautionary steps during peak daytime hours.

The PMD official said that after this spell, westerly winds are likely to affect the region. According to him, this may provide some relief by slightly lowering temperatures and temporarily reducing the intensity of the heat.

Heatwave warning for coming weeks

While pointing to the possibility of short-term relief after the current phase, Zaigham said the broader outlook for May and June remains severe. He warned of a strong likelihood of intense heatwaves in parts of Sindh, southern Punjab and Balochistan, where temperatures are expected to remain well above normal.

The latest advisory comes as Karachi continues to experience uncomfortable weather marked by both heat and humidity. The Met Office statement and the PMD official’s warning together indicate that the city is likely to remain under stress from elevated temperatures in the coming days.

Residents have been asked to remain cautious, particularly during the hottest parts of the day, as authorities monitor the ongoing weather pattern. The official guidance emphasised limiting unnecessary movement outdoors and taking protective measures for vulnerable groups.

The weather department’s forecast suggests that although a slight easing may occur once westerly winds begin to influence the area, the immediate outlook for Karachi remains dominated by hot conditions. Officials have also linked the city’s current spell to a wider regional pattern that could bring harsher heat across southern parts of the country in May and June.