Climate for Station: Jinnah Intl, Sindh, Pakistan

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Natho Khan Khoso

Sindh, Pakistan

2026-03-01 07:30

21.4°C

Feels 21.4°C

H: 27.9°C / L: 21.1°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 14.8 kph

▼ 1.8°C vs historical high

Overcast

2026-03-02

H: 28.4°C

L: 20.9°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 19.4kph

▼ 1.7°C

2026-03-03

H: 28.8°C

L: 21°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 19.4kph

▼ 1.3°C

2026-03-04

H: 28.5°C

L: 20.5°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 24.5kph

▼ 1.8°C

2026-03-05

H: 28.8°C

L: 21.5°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 31.7kph

▼ 2.0°C

2026-03-06

H: 28.8°C

L: 21.8°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 34.9kph

▼ 1.8°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Jinnah International Airport in Karachi shows a complex climate profile characterised by a 1.11°C (2.00°F) rise in high temperatures over the past decade, contrasting with a slower all-time warming of 0.14°C (0.25°F). Meanwhile, precipitation is becoming more evenly distributed, reflecting a significant change in local weather patterns.

Desert Climate Dynamics

Jinnah International Airport, located in Karachi, Pakistan, lies within a hot desert climate zone according to the Köppen classification. The city's proximity to the Arabian Sea moderates its temperatures slightly, but the region still experiences extreme heat. Over the last decade, the airport has recorded a notable increase in high temperatures, with a 1.11°C (2.00°F) rise. This short-term trend suggests a more rapid warming compared to the all-time trend, which shows a more modest increase of 0.14°C (0.25°F). This disparity highlights the potential influence of recent global warming trends on the region.

Night-time Temperature Stability

Night-time temperatures at Jinnah International have shown remarkable stability over the last decade, with a minimal increase of 0.02°C (0.04°F). This contrasts with the all-time trend, where lows have risen by 0.33°C (0.59°F). The slower rise in night-time temperatures may indicate that while daytime heat is increasing, the cooling effect of the sea breeze at night remains relatively constant.

Precipitation Patterns Evolving

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) at Jinnah International has decreased from a baseline of 38.95 to a current value of 29.55. This significant reduction indicates that rainfall is becoming more evenly distributed throughout the year, rather than being concentrated in a few heavy downpours. Such a shift can have profound implications for water management and agriculture in the region, as more consistent precipitation could improve water availability and reduce the risk of flooding.

Record Extremes

Karachi's climate is marked by extreme temperature records, with a maximum of 46.0°C (114.8°F) and a minimum of 0.0°C (32.0°F). These records underscore the city's vulnerability to temperature extremes, which can impact infrastructure, health, and energy demand. The high record is particularly concerning given the ongoing warming trends.

Regional Climate Goals and Challenges

Pakistan has been actively pursuing regional climate goals, focusing on reducing emissions and enhancing resilience to climate impacts. The trends observed at Jinnah International Airport, particularly the rapid warming of daytime temperatures and changes in precipitation distribution, align with broader regional challenges. These include managing urban heat and ensuring sustainable water resources in the face of climate change.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +1.09 °C/decade

Low: +0.05 °C/decade

Rain: +0.42 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.17 °C/decade

Low: +0.21 °C/decade

Rain: +0.12 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.28 °C/decade

Low: +0.43 °C/decade

Rain: +0.08 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.14 °C/decade

Low: +0.33 °C/decade

Rain: +0.02 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 59.2%

This Year: 42.5%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 36.1

Historical Average: 46.2

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 99^th percentile

Low: 92^nd percentile

Rain: 83^rd percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +9.2%

Low: +11.6%

Intraday: -2.6%

Data Coverage

66.7%

First Year of Data

1942

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	46.0 °C	—	15.8 °C	36.8 °C	—	10.7 °C	34.0 °C	—	0.0 °C	95.7 mm	—	—	—
January	32.3 °C	25.7 °C	15.8 °C	25.6 °C	18.9 °C	10.7 °C	21.0 °C	12.5 °C	0.0 °C	95.7 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
February	37.4 °C	28.3 °C	16.5 °C	29.7 °C	21.6 °C	11.7 °C	23.0 °C	14.9 °C	3.8 °C	38.2 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
March	42.2 °C	32.0 °C	21.8 °C	33.2 °C	25.5 °C	15.8 °C	26.5 °C	19.2 °C	9.6 °C	15.3 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
April	46.0 °C	34.6 °C	25.6 °C	35.0 °C	28.7 °C	22.4 °C	29.4 °C	23.4 °C	13.5 °C	17.0 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
May	45.8 °C	35.5 °C	29.5 °C	36.6 °C	30.7 °C	26.5 °C	33.0 °C	26.7 °C	19.0 °C	23.0 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
June	45.4 °C	35.2 °C	28.3 °C	36.8 °C	31.4 °C	25.7 °C	34.0 °C	28.4 °C	22.5 °C	59.2 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
July	42.0 °C	33.4 °C	26.6 °C	35.1 °C	30.2 °C	25.6 °C	32.0 °C	27.8 °C	21.1 °C	74.2 mm	1.4 mm	—	—
August	39.5 °C	32.0 °C	26.0 °C	33.9 °C	28.9 °C	24.0 °C	31.1 °C	26.6 °C	22.0 °C	92.1 mm	1.4 mm	—	—
September	42.1 °C	32.9 °C	27.0 °C	35.3 °C	29.0 °C	25.3 °C	31.0 °C	25.8 °C	20.0 °C	36.7 mm	0.4 mm	—	—
October	42.0 °C	34.8 °C	25.2 °C	34.9 °C	28.4 °C	20.7 °C	29.0 °C	22.5 °C	11.8 °C	23.9 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
November	39.1 °C	32.0 °C	23.1 °C	31.4 °C	24.6 °C	16.0 °C	27.0 °C	18.0 °C	8.9 °C	4.1 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
December	35.5 °C	27.7 °C	17.0 °C	27.0 °C	20.3 °C	10.8 °C	22.0 °C	13.9 °C	2.7 °C	37.0 mm	0.1 mm	—	—