Pakistan's Sindh province recorded its highest summer temperature above 46°C.Last updated: June 08, 2026 | 17:372 MIN READA man cools off in a stream on the outskirts of Islamabad as a heatwave sweeps across Pakistan on June 8, 2026. The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecast hot and dry conditions nationwide, with temperatures reaching 46°C in Sindh province. Residents sought relief in waterways as scorching summer temperatures intensified.AFP1/9Residents cool off in a canal during a hot summer day in Lahore, Pakistan, as soaring temperatures grip much of the country.AFP2/9A lion and lioness cool off by licking a slab of ice during hot weather at a zoo in Lahore,AFP3/9Pakistan’s Meteorological Department forecast hot and dry weather across most regions, warning that temperatures would remain above seasonal averages. AFP4/9A man cools off in a stream on the outskirts of Islamabad during a hot summer day as soaring temperatures and heatwave conditions affect parts of Pakistan.AFP5/9In many cities and rural areas, people turned to water sources, shaded parks and other cooling spots to escape the oppressive conditions. AFP6/9Health authorities have advised residents to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours.AFP7/9The heatwave underscores the challenges posed by increasingly extreme summer weather across South Asia.AFP8/9A man cools off at a park in Karachi on June 8, 2026, as hot summer weather and soaring temperatures grip parts of Pakistan.AFP9/9Youth cool off at a leaking water pipeline on a hot summer day in Hyderabad, Pakistan.AFPAlso In This PackageDevadasan K P is the Chief Visual Editor at Gulf News, bringing more than 27 years of experience in photojournalism to the role. He leads the Visual desk with precision, speed, and a strong editorial instinct.