Lahore faced an intense heatwave on the third day of Eid-ul-Adha, with temperatures rising to a scorching 46°C, making it one of the hottest days the city has experienced in recent years.
According to Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) data reported by local media, this temperature is among the highest recorded in Lahore in nearly two decades. The previous record was set in 2007, when Lahore Airport reported 48°C.
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The heatwave has not been limited to Lahore. Several parts of the country have been affected, with daytime temperatures soaring well above seasonal averages. Islamabad and Peshawar also reported highs near 44°C, while Quetta recorded 36°C, and Karachi remained relatively cooler at 34°C.
The PMD has warned that the extreme weather is likely to persist through mid-June, urging the public to take necessary precautions. Health officials have advised staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activities during peak hours, and looking out for signs of heat exhaustion.
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On Monday, some of the highest national temperatures were recorded in Dera Ghazi Khan and Jacobabad, where the mercury hit 49°C. Other cities such as Sargodha and Sibi reached 48°C, while Gujranwala, Jhelum, Kasur, and Mandi Bahauddin all recorded 47°C.
The extreme heat, combined with ongoing electricity shortages in some areas, has added further strain to daily life during the festive week.