Islamabad is Hotter Than Dubai Today

Islamabad, surrounded by the majestic Margalla Hills, surpassed Dubai in terms of sweltering temperatures, reaching close to 50 degrees Celsius today.

According to Weather.com, a subsidiary of IBM that specializes in weather forecasting, temperatures in the capital soared to 39 degrees Celsius with 49 degrees Celsius.  This is very worrying for a city like Islamabad.

Meanwhile, the mercury in Dubai is 37°C, with a temperature of 47°C, two degrees lower than Islamabad.

Apart from the extreme heat wave, the humidity level in Islamabad is 44%, while the humidity in Dubai is a little over 51%.

Currently, the wind is blowing at a speed of 12.8 km per hour in Dubai and 11.2 km per hour in Islamabad.  The expected minimum temperature today is likely to be 30 degrees Celsius in Islamabad and 31 degrees Celsius in Dubai.

Source by Google.com

How to Protect Yourself During a Heat Wave?

With temperatures reaching abnormal levels across the country, it is important to take precautions to protect your health and well-being.  Here are five ways to protect yourself from extreme heat:

1. Stay hydrated

Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you're not particularly thirsty.

2. Avoid going out unnecessarily.

When the heat wave is at its peak, it is advisable to limit the time you spend outdoors, especially during the hottest hours of the day.

3. Cover yourself up.

Protect yourself from direct sunlight when outdoors by wearing hats or caps that protect your face, neck, and ears from the sun's rays.  Carrying an umbrella can provide an extra layer of shade and help reduce the risk of sunburn or heat stroke.

4. Wear light colored clothes.

Choose loose fitting, lightweight and light colored clothing.  Light-colored clothing reflects sunlight and heat, keeping you cooler than dark-colored clothing, which absorbs heat.

5. Keep your windows closed

To maintain a cool home environment, it is advisable to close windows and curtains during the day when the sun's intensity is at its peak.