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Mon, Dec 08, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 17, 1447 | Fajr 05:29 | DXB 
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UAE weather: Temperatures to drop slightly; fog expected
On Thursday, November 20, a chilly 7.8°C was recorded in the UAE, marking the lowest temperature of the winter season so far
The weather on Friday, November 21, is expected to be partly cloudy and dusty at times, with low clouds set to appear westward over the sea and islands, as per a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Meanwhile, temperatures are expected to drop slightly, especially over coastal areas. Red and yellow alerts have been issued for fog, and a drop in visibility, active till 10.30am today.
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On Thursday, November 20, a chilly 7.8°C was recorded in the UAE, marking the lowest temperature of the winter season so far.
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Weather conditions are likely to get humid by night and Saturday morning over some coastal and internal areas on Friday, with a probability of fog or mist formation. Abu Dhabi authorities have issued emergency alerts and reduced speeds on several key roads in the emirate.
Light to moderate northeasterly to northwesterly winds are set to blow, freshening westward, with a speed of 10-25 km/hr, reaching 40 km/h.
The sea will be moderate to rough, especially westward in the Arabian Gulf and slight in Oman Sea.
Temperatures are expected to drop to a low of 15ºC in Sharjah and 19ºC in Dubai. Meanwhile in Abu Dhabi, the mercury will dip to 21ºC.
On November 20, a monster fog blanketed different emirates, causing severe delays for motorists as traffic snarled. Landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab disappeared behind a curtain of fog. Air traffic was also impacted, as Dubai diverted 19 flights, and multiple flight delays and cancellations were seen at Sharjah.
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