UAE weather: Temperatures to climb to 42°C with dusty conditions, strong winds

Forecast models indicate an 88 per cent probability of El Niño conditions developing between June and October 2026, according to the latest ENSO outlook

  • PUBLISHED: Sat 9 May 2026, 7:37 PM UPDATED: Sun 10 May 2026, 7:38 AM

Residents can expect fair weather in the UAE on Sunday, with dusty skies at times due to the influence of a weak surface low-pressure system extending from the east and a high-pressure system from the west, according to the national weather forecast.

Light to moderate winds are expected across the country, turning fresh at times and causing blowing dust and sand in exposed areas. Sea conditions will be rough in the Arabian Gulf, while the Oman Sea will remain slight.

Temperatures in coastal and island areas are forecast to range between 32°C and 37°C, with minimum temperatures between 24°C and 28°C. Humidity levels could reach up to 90 per cent, particularly during the night and early morning hours, while dropping to around 20 per cent during the day. In internal regions, temperatures are expected to range between 35°C and 42°C, with minimum temperatures between 20°C and 24°C. Humidity levels inland are forecast to range from 25 to 85 per cent.

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Looking ahead, seasonal climate indicators suggest neutral ENSO conditions, gradually trending towards a weak El Niño.

Forecast models indicate an 88 per cent probability of El Niño conditions developing between June and October 2026, according to the latest ENSO outlook.

A seasonal forecast summary said temperatures and precipitation during the period are expected to remain near to above average under the influence of El Niño conditions, while the chances of neutral or La Niña patterns remain significantly lower.