The United Arab Emirates is bracing for a period of unsettled weather over the next five days, marked by potential rainfall, fog, mist, and dusty winds in various regions. This weather pattern is attributed to surface and upper-air low-pressure systems impacting the area, prompting residents and motorists to exercise caution, particularly during early morning and overnight hours.
Starting on Saturday, October 17, convective clouds are expected to form over eastern parts of the UAE, possibly resulting in rainfall. During this period, temperatures are forecasted to range between 37°C to 42°C in inland areas, 35°C to 40°C along the coast, and 28°C to 33°C in mountainous regions. Skies will generally be fair to partly cloudy.
On Sunday, October 18, the development of clouds in the afternoon could lead to rain in some northern and eastern areas. The increase in humidity overnight and into Monday morning may create conditions conducive to fog or mist formation in coastal and inland locations.
Monday, October 19, may see further rainfall in eastern and southern parts of the country, with fog or mist likely to appear in some western regions overnight. Winds could reach speeds of up to 40 km/h, potentially raising dust in exposed areas.
Similar weather conditions are forecasted for Tuesday, with the possibility of rain in eastern and southern areas due to convective cloud activity. Winds may strengthen to 50 km/h, leading to blowing dust.
By Wednesday, October 21, skies are expected to remain fair to partly cloudy, with another chance of afternoon rainfall in eastern and southern regions. Higher humidity overnight could again lead to fog or mist in coastal and inland locations by Thursday morning.
Given these conditions, residents are advised to remain vigilant, especially concerning reduced visibility due to fog, mist, and blowing dust, which could affect travel and outdoor activities.