Rain, thunderstorms lash Dubai

Rain and thunderstorms battered Dubai again this morning, and residents can expect the haze and low temperatures to linger today.

While today’s forecast only hinted at a chance of rain, a deluge hit the city at about 10.30am this morning, adding to the minor flooding in some areas of the city and leaving some streets covered in water. Thunderstorms then hit the city about 11.15am.

The predicted haziness and reduced visibility has settled again over the city, with northwesterly winds, which may reach 55 km/hr, continuing to blow dust and sand over the region. Temperatures should fall again today, dropping to as low as 19 degrees, but humidity will increase tonight, according to theNational Centre of Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS).

Tomorrow and the rest of the week looks slightly better, with only partially cloudy weather. The wind will settle but humidity will continue to increase, and there may be a chance of fog over some areas.

Dubai Police said via Twitter there was heavy congestion on Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road due to the rain this morning. Motorists were advised to drive carefully.

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