Parts of UAE set for rain, fog and 50kph winds but wait for drop in temperatures goes on

The United Arab Emirates is bracing for a mix of weather conditions in the coming days, including rain, high winds, and fog, according to forecasts from the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). While temperatures are expected to remain high across the country, the wet weather is forecast to hit northern and eastern parts of the Emirates until at least Wednesday.

The NCM's online weather map indicates that rainfall is most likely to occur in Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah on Monday and Tuesday. Humid nights with fog are also expected on morning commutes throughout the upcoming week. Winds are anticipated to gust up to 40kph on Sunday, with the potential to increase to 50kph from Monday to Wednesday. This strong wind activity may carry dust into the air and reduce visibility.

Northern Emirates have experienced unstable weather conditions this month, with reports of heavy rain and hail in some areas. In contrast, Abu Dhabi and Dubai are expected to bypass the wet weather, while unseasonably high autumn temperatures are predicted to continue across the Emirates. The NCM predicts daytime temperatures will remain in the mid to high 30s in Abu Dhabi and Dubai over the next five days, with temperatures potentially surpassing 40°C in Al Ain and remote desert areas of Abu Dhabi.

The average daily temperature in the UAE for October historically stands at 29.7°C, as per the NCM's latest monthly weather summary. However, this month has been warmer than usual, partly due to the El Nino weather phenomenon delaying the typically cooler autumnal weather.