Today, June 21, Karachi is experiencing the hottest day of the year, coinciding with the longest day and the shortest night. This marks the summer solstice, a key event in the Northern Hemisphere when one of Earth’s poles is tilted closest to the sun. As a result, we enjoy extended daylight hours and shorter nights.
In Karachi, the sun will shine for 13 hours and 41 minutes today, leaving only 10 hours and 19 minutes for the night. Similarly, in Islamabad, residents will see daylight for 14 hours and 32 minutes, with nighttime lasting just 9 hours and 28 minutes. This extended daylight is perfect for those looking to make the most of their day despite the scorching heat.
As the temperature rises, people across Pakistan are trying to stay cool while enjoying the extra hours of sunlight. The summer solstice is a fascinating natural event that happens twice a year. In June, the Northern Hemisphere gets its longest day, and in December, it experiences the shortest. The Southern Hemisphere, on the other hand, experiences the opposite pattern.
After today, the days will gradually become shorter as we move towards the autumn equinox on September 22. This day will bring almost equal daylight and nighttime hours. The shortest day and longest night of the year will arrive on December 22, balancing the cycle of seasons.
Chief Meteorologist Sardar noted the significance of these changes, highlighting how they affect our daily lives. For now, residents in Karachi and across Pakistan are making the most of the longest day of 2024, enjoying the extra sunlight and preparing for the gradual transition to shorter days ahead.
Today’s heat and extended daylight make it a memorable day for Karachi and the entire country, marking a pivotal point in the yearly cycle.
