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Pakistan Scorches Under Extreme Heatwave, ‘Feels Like’ Temps Cross 50°C
Pakistan reels under extreme heat as ‘Feels Like’ temps cross 50°C in 4 cities. Bahawalpur hits 55.8°C. Met Office warns of heatstroke risk. Relief expected from rain, winds this weekend.
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by News Desk
2025-06-13
Pakistan Scorches Under Extreme Heatwave, ‘Feels Like’ Temps Cross 50°C

Pakistan is currently in the grip of a severe heatwave, with Friday’s weather pushing the limits of human tolerance as 'Feels Like' temperatures crossed a staggering 50 degrees Celsius in at least four cities. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) warned of significant health risks including heatstroke, heat exhaustion, and cramps.

The highest real temperature was recorded in Sibbi at 47°C, with humidity at just 7%, creating dangerously dry and hot conditions. However, Bahawalpur reported the highest perceived temperature at 55.8°C, despite the actual temperature being 46°C. According to the PMD heat index, any perceived temperature above 54°C falls under the “extreme danger” category with immediate risk of heatstroke.

In Karachi, temperatures touched 39°C with a high humidity level of 48%, but the heat index pushed the perceived temperature to 50.4°C. The heat index, or "Feels Like" temperature, combines air temperature and humidity to reflect the actual experience of heat on the human body.

Other notable highs included:

·       Faisalabad: 46°C (Feels Like: 48.4°C)

·       Sargodha: 46°C (Feels Like: 48.4°C)

·       Dera Ismail Khan: 45°C (Feels Like: 49.6°C)

·       Multan: 45°C (Feels Like: 47.9°C)

·       Lahore: 44°C (Feels Like: 51.1°C)

·       Sialkot: 43°C (Feels Like: 51.4°C)

·       Islamabad: 43°C (Feels Like: 44.4°C)

·       Rawalpindi: 42°C (Feels Like: 41.2°C)

·       Peshawar: 41°C

·       Muzaffarabad: 40°C

·       Quetta: 35°C

·       Gilgit: 30°C

The PMD cautioned that conditions remain hazardous and advised citizens to avoid direct sunlight, stay hydrated, and limit outdoor activities, particularly during peak afternoon hours.

While the country battles with dangerously high temperatures, there may be some relief in sight. The Met Office has forecast gusty winds and rainfall across northern and central parts of the country from Friday to Monday, which could bring temporary respite from the scorching heat.

This prolonged spell of extreme heat serves as a stark reminder of the growing impact of climate change, which continues to push global temperatures to new record levels. The current weather patterns in Pakistan are consistent with broader global trends of increased heatwaves, droughts, and unpredictable rainfall.

Authorities are urging the public to take all necessary precautions, especially vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children, and outdoor workers.
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