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UAE reveals reason behind rain, hail in summer

Abu Dhabi/Dubai - Thunderstorms have lashed the country during Ramadan.

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Published: Mon 20 May 2019, 4:12 PM

Last updated: Tue 21 May 2019, 10:14 AM

The UAE Research Program for Rain Enhancement Science revealed on Monday the reason behind the odd heavy hail and thunderstorms around the country during summer.
Also read: UAE to see more frequent rainfall in next few years
As UAE residents wondered why it was still raining while mercury rose around the country - UAEREP took to social media to explain the strange phenomenon.
The National Centre of Meteorology has been active in cloud seeding operations:

'#NCM has been active in cloud seeding operations, due to the accumulation of the abundant convective clouds over the UAE in several areas (specifically in the Eastern & Southern terrains) within the last few days'
Heavy hailstorms have lashed parts of the country since last week, with a thunderstorm hitting Dubai on Sunday night.
The rain has provided some respite to those fasting in the Holy Month of Ramadan.


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