The UAE is experiencing sweltering conditions today, with temperatures soaring and hazy skies prevailing. According to AccuWeather, Dubai will see hazy sunshine and very warm temperatures, peaking at 42°C, while overnight lows will drop to 32°C under clear to partly cloudy skies.
In Abu Dhabi, residents can expect mainly cloudy and very warm weather, with a high of 42°C and lower humidity levels. Tonight will bring clear to partly cloudy conditions, with temperatures falling only slightly to 33°C.
Dust alert issued by NCM
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a dust alert for much of the UAE, warning of fresh southeasterly winds reaching speeds of up to 40 km/h, which are expected to cause blowing dust and sand. Visibility may fall below 1,500 meters at times, particularly over internal and coastal areas, from 1:40pm until 7pm today.
The public is strongly advised to follow safety measures:
- Avoid direct exposure to dust
- Keep doors and windows closed
- Drive carefully and adhere to safety guidelines
- Monitor official weather reports from the NCM
- Refrain from sharing unverified weather information
Forecast: Chance of rain with cloud formation
The NCM also predicts partly to occasionally cloudy skies, with possible convective cloud formation in eastern and southern regions, potentially leading to rainfall.
Temperature ranges across the UAE today:
- Internal regions: 43°C to 47°C
- Coastal areas and islands: 40°C to 45°C
- Mountainous regions: 33°C to 36°C
Winds will be light to moderate, occasionally fresh to strong, especially near cloud activity, potentially contributing to blowing dust and reduced visibility. The Arabian Gulf will see slight to moderate sea conditions, while the Oman Sea remains slight.
