Flights have been diverted; motorist warnings have been issued
UAE residents are in for a hot and dusty day, with temperatures rising to 43°C in some parts of the country.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) also issued a rough sea alert for Sunday. Winds will reach speeds of up to 45km/hr, while wave height will hit 8 feet in the Arabian Gulf. Conditions at sea are expected to remain rough until tomorrow.
Temperatures will rise today, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai recording highs of 41°C and 40°C, respectively. The highest temperature of 43°C will be recorded in Al Ain.
The day is expected to be relatively humid, with levels ranging between 25 and 80 per cent.
Flights have been diverted; motorist warnings have been issued
Hazardous weather events of exceptional severity are forecast
Visibility is less than 500 metres
Conditions at sea will be slight to moderate
It will be affected by a low-pressure area at the end of this week
The temperature in Abu Dhabi will be as high as 45ºC
Residents thank welfare groups and social workers for helping them move back to their properties
Motorists warned not to drive through water-logged areas