The United Arab Emirates is bracing for soaring temperatures in the coming days, with forecasts indicating that inland areas may experience highs of up to 48°C. As the nation enters a stretch of typical early-summer weather, the National Centre of Meteorology has predicted that stable conditions will dominate the region. Skies are expected to remain mostly clear, accompanied by gentle to moderate winds, limiting the likelihood of significant weather disruptions.
For those in the inland regions, temperatures on Friday are anticipated to fluctuate between 44°C and 48°C. Meanwhile, residents in coastal and island areas should prepare for temperatures ranging between 36°C and 43°C. Mountainous regions will experience slightly cooler conditions with expected highs somewhere between 32°C and 39°C. The wind, blowing from southwest to northwest, will generally maintain speeds of 10 to 20kph, occasionally gusting up to 30kph. As for the seas, conditions are projected to remain calm in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.
This pattern of hot and clear weather is likely to persist throughout the weekend. Low clouds might appear over parts of the eastern coast during Saturday morning, while winds could occasionally intensify, reaching speeds of up to 40kph. A slight dip in temperatures is anticipated on Sunday, coinciding with a more active northwest wind. While the Arabian Gulf might experience rough conditions sporadically, the Sea of Oman is expected to remain mostly calm to moderate.
Looking ahead to Monday and Tuesday, similar weather conditions are expected to continue. The skies will remain mostly clear, with occasional morning clouds forming along the eastern coast. Periods of fresh winds are also likely. The sea conditions are predicted to gradually improve as the week begins, providing a reprieve from the rougher patches earlier on.
Meteorologists indicate that the UAE is currently transitioning into its characteristic early-summer climate. This period is marked by extremely hot daytime temperatures, clear skies, and largely stable atmospheric conditions, setting the tone for the weather in the weeks to come.