Jacobabad Tops Global Heat Rankings at 50°C
Pakistan is once again in the global spotlight due to extreme weather conditions, with multiple cities recording some of the highest temperatures on Earth today. Leading the list is Jacobabad, which hit a sweltering 50°C, making it the hottest place on the planet as of this report.
Other Pakistani cities facing intense heat include Sibi (48.4°C), Bahawalnagar (48°C), and Bahawalpur (47.2°C). These cities are part of the top 15 hottest locations worldwide, as recorded at 3 UTC (8 AM PKT). The data highlights the severity of the ongoing heatwave across parts of South Asia and the Middle East.
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Here’s a quick snapshot of the top rankings:
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#1: Jacobabad, Pakistan – 50°C
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#2–3: Al Ahsa and Dammam, Saudi Arabia – 49.3°C
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#4: Sibi, Pakistan – 48.4°C
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#6: Bahawalnagar, Pakistan – 48°C
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#12: Bahawalpur, Pakistan – 47.2°C
These extreme temperatures underline growing concerns over climate change and its impact on daily life, health, and infrastructure in the region.
