Summer rain sweeps parts of UAE amid intense heat, days before Suhail sighting
Dubai: Moderate to heavy summer rain swept parts of the UAE, including Dubai, on Tuesday, bringing gusty winds and cooler conditions amid intense August heat, just days before the Suhail star rises on August 24, traditionally marking the start of a gradual decline in temperatures Scattered showers associated with summer convective clouds, locally known as Al Rawaih, affected several areas,…
Dubai experienced moderate to heavy summer rainfall on Tuesday, accompanied by gusty winds and cooler temperatures, as the region braced for intense August heat just days before the Suhail star is set to rise on August 24. Scattered showers, known locally as Al Rawaih, impacted various areas, including Margham, an inland desert region of Dubai, along with parts of Al Ain and central and eastern regions.
The rain, brought on by summer convective clouds, provided temporary relief from the sweltering heat in some locations. The National Centre of Meteorology had predicted convective cloud development over eastern and southern areas during the afternoon, along with rainfall and gusty winds. As the UAE edges closer to a crucial seasonal milestone, the appearance of Suhail, or Canopus, is anticipated to signal a gradual decline in temperatures, typically beginning after August 20, although hot and humid conditions are expected to persist through September.
Suhail's rise on August 24 is expected to usher in milder weather and cooler nights after marking the end of the most intense summer heat for generations.
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