Karachi experienced an extreme heatwave on Saturday, with scorching desert winds pushing temperatures beyond 39°C.
Despite a low humidity level of just 15%, the city felt like it was experiencing a moderate heatwave throughout the day.
Following the dissipation of the recent western weather system, Karachi has been engulfed by hot, dry conditions.
The city saw dry weather with north-western winds throughout Saturday, leading to searing heat under the relentless sun. The combination of the desert winds and low humidity made it feel as though the city was enduring a partial heatwave.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, the maximum temperature in the city recorded 39.1°C, marking a 1.6°C increase from the previous day.\
Despite the lower humidity, conditions remained oppressively hot, with a forecast of similarly warm weather expected through Sunday.
The heatwave is expected to continue until Thursday, authorities warned, urging residents to take precautions in the sweltering conditions.
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