UAE weather forecast: Why it’s hard to cool down today – humidity reaches 95% as fog risk builds overnight

Dubai: The air is nearly fully saturated today, as relative humidity (RH) reaches 95% in coastal regions of the UAE, such as Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), today’s weather will be fair to partly cloudy eastward.

Why you feel like you can’t cool down easily

Humidity is on the rise, and will peak at 95% along coastal regions by night, and at 90% in internal areas, according to the NCM.

High humidity during warm weather can cause you to feel clammy and uncomfortable because sweat doesn’t evaporate easily, hindering the body’s cooling mechanism. According to the US-based Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), prolonged exposure to high humidity can lead to dehydration and heat exhaustion, along with respiratory issues, which can be especially concerning for those with asthma.

The NCM advises limiting outdoor activities in such conditions, staying hydrated, and dressing in cool fabrics. If you’re indoors, use dehumidifiers and air conditioning to help remove excess moisture from the air.

With higher humidity, the NCM is also forecasting a high chance of fog formation tonight and tomorrow morning. Be cautious when driving, as horizontal visibility may drop considerably in such conditions.

Warm weather

Temperatures are holding steady in the low-40s across the UAE.

According to the NCM, coastal and island regions will experience highs between 38°C and 43°C, while internal regions will be warmer, at 41°C to 46°C today.

Abu Dhabi will reach 42°C today, while Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah will experience 41°C temperatures. Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain will see a high of 38°C.

Moderate sea conditions

The NCM forecasts light to moderate southwesterly to northwesterly winds, freshening at times, and reaching speeds of up to 30km/h.

Both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman are expected to remain calm, with gentle waves reaching up to two feet on-shore and up to 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 41°C 29°C

Abu Dhabi 42°C 28°C

Al Ain 43°C 28°C

Sharjah 38°C 27°C

Ajman 38°C 28°C

Fujairah 38°C 29°C

Ras Al Khaimah 41°C 27°C

Umm Al Quwain 38°C 29°C

Liwa 43°C 30°C