Watch: Rains hit some parts of Al Ain as Suhail star rises over UAE

Some parts of the UAE witnessed rainfall on Monday, August 24, offering residents a refreshing break from the intense summer heat.

Videos shared by Storm Centre showed rain sweeping across parts of Al Ain, including Sa’a and Khatm Al Shakla Road. The footage showed showers moving through the areas, with rain falling across the highways.

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Videos showed the rain coming down heavily, with the downpour so intense that it blurred the view through the car’s windscreen. The steady pitter-patter of rain could also be heard clearly inside the vehicle as the showers swept through the area.

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Check out the videos below, as shared by Storm Centre:

The rain comes a day after heavy showers lashed parts of the UAE on Sunday, August 23, as unsettled weather affected several areas.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) on Sunday issued orange and yellow alerts for parts of the country, warning residents of hazardous weather conditions and urging caution when heading outdoors.

Recent rains in Abu Dhabi

The latest showers come as several parts of the UAE continue to experience unsettled weather, with Abu Dhabi also taking precautionary measures following recent rainfall across the capital.

The recent rains in Abu Dhabi have prompted precautionary measures across the capital. 

Abu Dhabi City Municipality temporarily closed all parks, recreational facilities and affiliated beaches and suspended events until further notice. The municipality said the measures were taken as a precaution to protect residents and ensure public safety amid fluctuating weather and heavy rainfall in several parts of Abu Dhabi.

Are rains during summer common in UAE?

While rain is not unheard of during the UAE summer, the country can experience more intense spells when atmospheric conditions come together.

The NCM previously explained that extreme summer heat can help trigger convective clouds, but rainfall requires a combination of moisture, humidity, atmospheric instability, upper-air systems and favourable winds.

The UAE has recorded several periods of heavy and disruptive weather this year. One of the most significant came on March 25, when storms brought dense cloud cover and heavy downpours across several emirates, flooding roads and disrupting traffic.

Al Tawiyen recorded the highest rainfall at 47.9mm, followed by Al Marjan with 39.7mm. Khor Fakkan received 33.3mm, while Khatam Al Shaklah saw 31.6mm, and Khor Fakkan Port recorded 28.3mm of rainfall.

The storms caused damage in some areas, with trees uprooted and falling onto cars, particularly in Ajman. Residents came together to clear streets and maintain safety amid the sudden deluge. Emirates Airlines advised passengers to arrive at least two hours early as adverse weather continued in Dubai through March 26 and 27.

UAE peak summer to ease?

Monday’s weather also coincided with the annual rise of the Suhail star, traditionally seen as a sign of a gradual shift towards cooler conditions.

Traditionally, the appearance of Suhail is associated with a 40-day transition period known as Sufriya, during which temperatures are expected to gradually ease from the peak summer heat.

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Elizabeth Gonzales

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