Karachi experiences longest day of 2024

Today, June 21, marks the hottest day of the year in Karachi, coinciding with the summer solstice. This astronomical event brings the longest day and shortest night, as one of Earth's poles tilts closest to the sun in the Northern Hemisphere. Karachi will bask in 13 hours and 41 minutes of sunlight, leaving just 10 hours and 19 minutes for the night. Meanwhile, Islamabad will enjoy 14 hours and 32 minutes of daylight, with nighttime lasting only 9 hours and 28 minutes.

During the summer solstice, the extended daylight hours provide ample time for activities despite the scorching heat. This phenomenon occurs twice annually, with the Northern Hemisphere experiencing its longest day in June and shortest in December. Conversely, the Southern Hemisphere follows the opposite pattern.

As we move past the summer solstice, daylight hours will gradually decrease leading up to the autumn equinox on September 22, where daylight and nighttime hours are nearly equal. The shortest day and longest night of the year will fall on December 22, maintaining the balance of seasonal cycles. These changes have a significant impact on daily routines, as highlighted by meteorologists.

Residents in Karachi and across Pakistan are embracing the longest day of 2024, making the most of the extended daylight while preparing for shorter days ahead. Today's combination of heat and prolonged sunlight creates a memorable moment for the country, marking a significant juncture in the annual cycle.