UAE weather: Fog alert issued; mercury expected to hit 50°C

Rains are set to continue in the UAE on Wednesday, August 19, with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicting the possibility of convective clouds forming over the eastern and southern parts of the country.

The NCM issued red and yellow alert for fog in some western coastal areas till 8.30am on Wednesday, warning of decrease in horizontal visibility.

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Humidity levels will remain high, especially by night and Thursday morning over some coastal areas. There is a chance of mist forming during this time as well, potentially giving residents another morning of fog and reduced visibility.

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Temperatures will range between 33°C and 44°C in Abu Dhabi. Sharjah temperatures will range between 33°C and 45°C. Dubai, on the other hand, will reach a high of 44°C and see a low of 34°C.

Light to moderate winds will blow from the southeast to the northwest. These may reach up to 40 km/hr and cause blowing dust.

The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea.

Written by

Khaleej Times Staff