The United Arab Emirates is bracing for a period of unsettled weather conditions over the next five days, characterized by potential rainfall and variable atmospheric phenomena. This forecast includes the possibility of rain in the eastern and southern areas, alongside fog, mist, and dusty winds in various regions.
On Saturday, October 17, the development of convective clouds in the eastern parts of the UAE could lead to rainfall during the afternoon. The skies are expected to be fair to partly cloudy, with temperatures ranging from 37°C to 42°C in inland regions, 35°C to 40°C along the coast, and 28°C to 33°C in mountainous areas.
Weather conditions on Sunday, October 18, may bring rain to some northern and eastern areas as cloud cover increases during the afternoon. Overnight humidity is anticipated to rise, creating conditions conducive to fog or mist in coastal and inland regions by Monday morning.
Further rainfall is predicted on Monday, October 19, particularly in eastern and southern regions. Overnight fog or mist might develop in western areas, extending into Tuesday morning. Winds are expected to intensify, reaching speeds of 40 km/h, which could raise dust in exposed locations.
The pattern continues into Tuesday, with convective clouds potentially causing rain in the eastern and southern parts of the UAE. Winds might strengthen further, reaching up to 50 km/h, leading to blowing dust.
By Wednesday, October 21, the forecast indicates fair to partly cloudy skies, with another chance of afternoon rain in eastern and southern areas. Increased humidity overnight could again result in fog or mist in coastal and inland areas on Thursday morning.
This sequence of weather changes is linked to surface and upper-air low-pressure systems affecting the region. Residents and motorists are advised to remain vigilant due to potential reduced visibility from fog, mist, and blowing dust, especially during early morning and overnight hours.