Met Office forecasts Karachi's temperature rising up to 40°C this week

Karachi: The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasted on Thursday that Karachi and other parts of Sindh are expected to face continued hot and dry weather through the weekend, with temperatures in the provincial capital forecast to reach up to 40°C.

Humidity levels in Karachi have jumped to 87%, further intensifying the discomfort for residents as daytime temperatures remain between 38°C and 40°C through Friday, rising slightly by Saturday.

The latest weather advisory says mainly dry conditions will prevail across most districts of Sindh on Thursday, while gusty and dust-raising winds are likely in upper areas during the afternoon. On Friday, hot and dry conditions will continue across the province.

Other major cities including Hyderabad, Sukkur, Nawabshah, and Thatta are also experiencing similar weather patterns, with maximum temperatures ranging between 40°C and 43°C. Mithi, with 66% humidity, is expected to see highs up to 42°C.