Karachi, June 16, 2025 – Karachi, the bustling commercial and financial hub of Pakistan, is expected to face a significant rise in weather temperatures over the coming days, raising concerns of heat-related health risks.
According to AccuWeather, a well-known global weather forecasting service, the city is forecast to experience increasingly hot and dry conditions throughout the week. Temperatures are projected to soar, with RealFeel® values indicating even more intense heat than actual readings, especially during the afternoon hours.
On Monday (June 16), Karachi will experience a high of 37°C and a low of 30°C, with sun followed by clouds. The RealFeel® temperature is expected to touch 42°C, and the RealFeel Shade™ will hover around 39°C. Breezy conditions from the west-southwest at 13 km/h will offer slight relief, but the weather will remain very warm. The UV index is forecasted to reach an extreme level of 12, requiring residents to exercise caution during peak sunlight hours.
Tuesday (June 17) will bring even hotter weather, with a high of 40°C and a low of 29°C. Skies will remain mostly sunny before turning cloudy later in the day. Breezes will pick up, reaching 19 km/h, and the RealFeel® will spike to 45°C, with the shade temperature at 42°C. Experts warn of a heightened risk of dehydration and heatstroke, particularly for those exposed to direct sunlight for extended periods. The UV index will reach 13, classified as extreme.
By Wednesday (June 18), Karachi is expected to see a slight dip in daytime temperatures with a high of 36°C and low of 30°C. Conditions will be partly sunny and breezy, with winds increasing to 24 km/h from the west. The RealFeel® temperature is forecasted at 41°C, while the shaded areas will feel like 39°C. The extreme UV index of 13 persists, emphasizing the continued risk from sun exposure.
Health authorities urge Karachi residents to stay hydrated, avoid unnecessary outdoor activity during peak hours, and follow weather advisories closely. The coming days highlight the severity of early summer weather in Karachi, a city already grappling with urban heat challenges.