Sibi sizzles at 50°C as heatwave grips majority of Pakistan cities

A large portion of the country is currently in the grip of an intense heatwave, with scorching temperatures affecting daily life.

Sibi recorded the highest temperature in the country at 50°C, making it the hottest city. In Turbat, the mercury reached 45°C, although the feels-like temperature soared to 49°C.

In other major cities:

Hyderabad, Lahore, Faisalabad, and Peshawar recorded 42°C, but the heat was felt as high as 47°C.

Islamabad and Rawalpindi experienced 45°C, with a real-feel of 48°C.

In Karachi, the temperature stood at 34°C, though it felt closer to 38°C.

Additionally, the temperature reached:

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49°C in Larkana and Nawabshah

48°C in Sukkur, Dadu, and Jacobabad

40°C in Quetta

The rise in temperature has led to increased demand for cold beverages and a noticeable surge in heat-related illnesses across the country.