Adverse weather disrupts flights at DXB, with diversions and cancellations reported
Dubai: Early Tuesday operations at Dubai Airports were disrupted as adverse weather affected flight movements at the emirate’s two airports.
Operations at Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International have been affected since the early hours, leading to 12 flight cancellations and 23 inbound diversions.
Operations at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) have been disrupted since early Tuesday morning due to adverse weather, resulting in 12 flight cancellations and 23 inbound diversions,” a Dubai Airports spokesperson said.
“We are working closely with airlines and service partners to minimise disruption and restore normal operations as quickly as possible. Guests are advised to check with their airline for the latest flight information,” the spokesperson added.
Weather Outlook: Caution Advised for Travellers
Weather conditions across the UAE remain an important consideration for travellers in the coming days. The National Centre of Meteorology forecasts generally fair to partly cloudy skies from Tuesday through Saturday, with humid nights and a heightened risk of fog or mist in coastal and inland areas.
UAE Weather Update: Caution for Travellers
Tuesday’s bulletin indicates low cloud formation in eastern areas, with humidity rising overnight into Wednesday morning. Fog or mist may develop in some coastal and inland locations, particularly during the early hours. Winds are expected to remain light to moderate, occasionally freshening.
Temperatures are forecast to range between 30–32°C in coastal and inland areas, while mountainous regions will be cooler, between 17–22°C. Winds may strengthen at times to 30–35 km/h, and sea conditions are expected to remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea.
Continued Monitoring Through the Week
From Wednesday to Saturday, forecasters expect similar conditions, with fair to partly cloudy skies and a gradual rise in temperatures. Humidity is likely to remain high at night and in the early mornings, maintaining the possibility of fog or mist, particularly along coastal areas and islands.
Airlines and airport authorities continue to monitor conditions closely, and travellers are advised to stay updated on flight schedules during early morning and late-night periods when visibility may be reduced.
