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UAE weather: Dense fog blankets parts of Abu Dhabi, temperatures set to soar to 47°C
Weather conditions are expected to remain fair in general, with partly cloudy skies at times over eastern regions
- PUBLISHED: Sat 13 Jun 2026, 4:42 PM UPDATED: Sun 14 Jun 2026, 7:21 AM
A massive blanket of fog covered large parts of Abu Dhabi on Sunday morning, significantly reducing visibility for motorists during the early hours.
UAE's National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issued fog alerts across wide areas of the Capital, with some scattered patches also affecting parts of Dubai and the Northern Emirates. Drivers were urged to exercise caution and adhere to reduced speed limits as visibility dropped in several locations. The fog alert remained in effect until 9am.
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According to the NCM, the UAE is being affected by a weak surface pressure system, accompanied by an extension of an upper-air high-pressure system.
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Weather conditions are expected to remain fair in general, with partly cloudy skies at times over eastern regions. Humid conditions are likely to develop again overnight and into Monday morning across some coastal areas, raising the possibility of mist formation.
Winds will be light to moderate, while sea conditions are expected to remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea.
Temperatures are forecast to climb sharply during the day, reaching between 43°C and 47°C across inland areas. Coastal and island regions can expect highs between 36°C and 42°C, while mountainous areas will see temperatures ranging from 32°C to 37°C.
Humidity levels are expected to peak at up to 90 per cent in coastal areas, contributing to muggy conditions during the night and early morning hours.
