UAE weather forecast: Rising humidity, mist and 49°C heat expected

Dubai: The mercury is on the rise today, with temperatures in the mid- to high-40s, as the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts fair weather and partly cloudy skies.

Some convective clouds may appear eastward by the afternoon today, so residents in regions like Fujairah may experience scattered rainfall.

Warm climate

Expect a hot summer day today, across the UAE.

The NCM forecasts coastal and island regions to experience highs between 40°C and 46°C today, while internal regions will be even warmer, at 44°C to 49°C.

Five emirates – Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Ras Al Khaimah – will see a maximum temperature of 45°C today, while Abu Dhabi will peak at 44°C. Fujairah will remain relatively cooler, with a peak of 37°C.

Humidity overnight

The NCM forecasts light to moderate southeasterly to northeasterly winds, freshening at times, and averaging speeds of 10 to 20km/h. The authorities also warn of building humidity tonight and on Friday morning over some coastal areas, with a probability of mist formation.

The NCM also advises that residents drive carefully, if you’re out and about early in the morning tomorrow, as resultant fog may cause reduced visibility on the roads.

Calm seas

Sea conditions are expected to remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, according to the NCM. This means you can expect gentle waves, reaching heights of two feet on-shore and three feet off-shore.

Here is the complete breakdown of minimum and maximum temperatures across the Emirates today:

Maximum Temp (°C) Minimum Temp (°C)

Dubai 45°C 31°C

Abu Dhabi 44°C 32°C

Al Ain 47°C 32°C

Sharjah 45°C 31°C

Ajman 45°C 31°C

Fujairah 37°C 31°C

Ras Al Khaimah 45°C 30°C

Umm Al Quwain 45°C 30°C

Liwa 48°C 30°C