Karachi experienced an intense heatwave on Monday as temperatures climbed to 41°C, marking the city’s hottest September day in the past decade. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said the temperature was recorded amid hot and humid conditions across Sindh.
Karachi’s highest-ever September temperature remains 43°C, recorded in 1951. The city also reached 42.7°C on September 20, 2015.
Heatwave Sweeps Across Sindh
The extreme heat was not limited to Karachi. At least nine cities across Sindh recorded temperatures of 40°C or higher. Shaheed Benazirabad, Hyderabad and Khairpur were among the hottest areas, with temperatures reaching 42°C.
Chief Meteorologist Ameer Hyder Laghari attributed the unusual heat and humidity to a persistent low-pressure area.
According to Laghari, the weather system blocked the sea breeze and contributed to higher temperatures in Karachi.
However, the situation is expected to improve from Tuesday as the low-pressure system has nearly dissipated.
Low-Pressure System Brings Limited Rain
The weather system produced rainfall in some eastern parts of Sindh. However, most areas, including Karachi, remained without significant monsoon showers.
The PMD has already forecast a largely dry monsoon season for the province.
Laghari also linked the regional atmospheric warming to El Niño conditions, a natural climate pattern associated with warmer-than-usual surface waters in the tropical Pacific Ocean.
Karachi Weather to Improve on Tuesday
Karachi’s temperature is expected to fall to between 36°C and 38°C on Tuesday.
However, humidity will remain relatively high during the morning. Relative humidity is forecast at 70% to 80% before dropping to 45% to 55% in the evening.
The expected decline in temperature should provide some relief after Monday’s extreme heat. However, residents may continue to experience uncomfortable conditions due to elevated humidity.
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