Showers lash Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other cities, causing reduced visibility in certain areas.
Rain has swept across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other parts of the UAE as a low-pressure system moves through, the National Centre of Meteorology reports. Gusty winds are stirring up dust and reducing visibility in some areas.
The NCM has issued a weather update for Saturday, warning of convective cloud formation over scattered regions of the UAE. Fresh to strong winds are expected, causing blowing dust and sand that could reduce horizontal visibility between 8 am and 8 pm.
This morning, rain affected Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other parts of the UAE as a low-pressure system swept through the region.
Sharjah experienced rainfall on Saturday morning, with showers impacting key areas including Al Majaz. The rain is part of unstable weather sweeping across the UAE, accompanied by gusty winds and reduced visibility in certain regions. Residents are advised to exercise caution on the roads and follow official safety guidelines.
Unstable weather has brought downpours across the UAE. Videos shared by Storm_ae on Instagram show rain hitting cities, highlighting the combined effects of rainfall and dust stirred up by gusty winds.
UAE Ministry of Interior has issued a safety advisory amid current weather conditions affecting multiple areas across the UAE, including rain, gusty winds, and occasional thunder and lightning. Reduced visibility is expected in certain regions.
Motorists and residents are advised to:
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- Exercise caution on the roads
- Reduce speed while driving
- Avoid water ponds, fast-moving streams, and beaches
- Stay away from the sea during rough conditions
The UAE Ministry of Interior urges everyone to take precautions to ensure a safe and secure community.
Police advise road safety
Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to drive carefully during the rainy conditions and to follow variable speed limits displayed on electronic boards, reminding drivers to prioritize safety.
Weather forecast: Rain and unsettled conditions continue
The National Centre of Meteorology stated that clouds moving from the west will generate convective systems over scattered areas throughout the week. Rainfall will range from light to heavy at times, accompanied by lightning, thunder, and a small chance of hail during intense cloud activity.
- Saturday: Light to moderate rain across most regions, turning heavy at times over northern and eastern areas and Al Ain.
- Sunday: Similar conditions, with variable rainfall, especially over northern and eastern regions and Al Ain.
- Monday–Tuesday: Continued cloud build-up with scattered rain of varying intensity across the country.
- Wednesday: Cloudy skies with rain possible over northern and eastern areas.
- Thursday–next Saturday: Further convective cloud development brings scattered rain as the unstable system persists.
Overall, the UAE remains under the influence of unsettled weather, with showers, gusty winds, and potential localized hail expected throughout the week.
