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On Tuesday, Karachi faced extreme heat as temperatures reached 38.7°C with humidity at 43%, causing discomfort for residents. A meteorological official explained that this warmth is typical for October, described as the city's "second summer," and attributed the current high temperatures to a weakening wind caused by a high-pressure area in the upper atmosphere. The official warned that temperatures could potentially reach 40°C if the trend continues.

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On Tuesday, Karachi sweltered under a temperature of 38.7°C, with humidity at 43%, making conditions extremely uncomfortable for residents. A Met official noted that October is traditionally warm in Karachi, often referred to as its "second summer," due to high-pressure areas weakening winds and raising temperatures. The same source warned that if the current trend continues, the temperature could reach 40°C. Despite the onset of cooler months usually associated with autumn, these high temperatures and humidity levels are causing significant discomfort for people during daytime hours.

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The city experienced hot weather on Tuesday as the temperature rose to 38.7 degrees Celsius with humidity recorded at 43 per cent, making conditions uncomfortable for people.

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Karachi swelters as mercury soars to 38.7°C · assertive framing

The city experienced hot weather on Tuesday as the temperature rose to 38.7 degrees Celsius with humidity recorded at 43 per cent, making conditions uncomfortable for people. asserted

conditions → experience → people

A Met official said October is usually a warm month in Karachi and is often referred to as the city’s “second summer”. asserted

October → say → summer

He added that the recent rise in temperatures is linked to a high-pressure area in the upper atmosphere, which has weakened winds and caused temperatures to rise. asserted

temperatures → add → winds

The official warned that the mercury could touch 40°C if the current trend continues. “October is generally marked by warm weather in Karachi, even as the summer season begins to move towards cooler months. uncertain

season → warn → months

The high temperatures, combined with humidity levels of 43 per cent, have added to the discomfort, particularly during the daytime,” he added. asserted

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Karachi swelters as mercury soars to 38.7°C

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