7 Pakistani Cities Among Earth’s Hottest

Islamabad, 11 June 2025: Earth’s Hottest cities list is now being dominated by Pakistan, as the country reels under an intense heatwave, with seven Pakistani cities ranking among the 15 hottest locations on the planet, according to data compiled by an international meteorological agency.

The southern city of Dera Ismail Khan claimed the top spot globally, recording a searing 48.4°C, making it the hottest place on Earth at the time of reporting.

Jacobabad, notorious for its sweltering summer climate, followed closely behind with 48°C, placing it second on the worldwide heat index.

Other Pakistani cities scorched by extreme heat include Sibi and Bahawalnagar, each registering 47.4°C, while Jhelum, Multan, and Sialkot also made the list with recorded highs of 47°C and 46°C, respectively.

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The figures were compiled at 06:00 UTC (11:00 AM PKT) and illustrate the breadth and severity of the heatwave sweeping through South Asia.

The global temperature chart also includes cities from India, Saudi Arabia, and Senegal, highlighting the widespread nature of the current heat surge.

Here’s how the top 15 cities stack up:

This extraordinary stretch of high temperatures has raised concerns about public health, water shortages, and power grid resilience in the region.

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Earth’s Hottest rankings underline Pakistan’s growing vulnerability to climate extremes. Experts warn that such patterns may become more frequent as global warming accelerates prompting calls for more robust heat management strategies.