The UAE is in for a blustery and cooler midweek, as temperatures are set to drop in western and coastal areas starting Wednesday, with dust-stirring winds and rough seas expected through Friday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

Wednesday, July 2: Cooler in the west, dusty winds

• Expect clear to partly cloudy skies, with clouds forming in eastern regions.
• Temperatures will dip slightly in western coastal areas.
• Humidity is expected overnight and early Thursday morning, with a chance of fog or light fog forming in coastal and inland areas.
• Winds: Light to moderate southeasterly to northwesterly, becoming active and dusty in the west at speeds of 10–25 km/h, reaching up to 40 km/h.
• Sea conditions: Moderate to rough in the western Arabian Gulf, with regular waves in the Sea of Oman.

Thursday, July 3: More clouds in the east, rough seas continue

• Another clear to partly cloudy day, with cloud buildup expected in the east.
• Humidity will rise overnight, increasing the chance of light fog on Friday morning.
• Winds will stay active and dusty in western areas at 10–25 km/h, gusting up to 40 km/h.
• Sea conditions: Rough seas in the west of the Arabian Gulf, while the Sea of Oman remains moderate to slight.

Friday, July 4: Cloudy skies and another temperature dip

• The day will be partly to mostly cloudy, especially in the north and east.
• A further drop in temperature is expected across parts of the country.
• Humidity will linger overnight and into Saturday morning, keeping fog formation likely in coastal and inland areas.
• Winds remain light to moderate, but will stir dust at times in the west (10–25 km/h, up to 40 km/h).
• Sea conditions: Rough to moderate in the Arabian Gulf, and regular to moderate in the Sea of Oman.

Residents are advised to monitor NCM alerts and avoid outdoor activity in dusty areas, especially in western regions, and exercise caution at sea due to rough conditions along the Arabian Gulf coast.

Brace for a sticky evening and a foggy start to the weekend. The UAE weather will be fair to partly cloudy throughout Thursday, with temperatures climbing as high as 47°C, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

Humidity levels are set to rise significantly overnight, reaching up to 85% in some areas, making for a sweaty and uncomfortable night. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity during late evening hours.

Meanwhile, Friday morning could bring reduced visibility, as the NCM has issued red and yellow alerts for fog and mist in several coastal and internal regions.

Motorists Alert: If you’re on the road early Friday, drive cautiously. Low visibility due to fog may impact certain highways and residential areas. Authorities urge drivers to stay updated and adhere to safety guidelines.

The UAE will see clear to partly cloudy skies on Wednesday, May 27, with more clouds expected in eastern parts of the country.

The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast a drop in temperatures, making it cooler than yesterday. Humid conditions are expected at night and will continue into the morning of Wednesday, May 28.

Daytime temperatures will range between 37°C and 42°C, while nighttime lows will fall between 26°C and 30°C.

Light to moderate winds are expected across the country, with speeds reaching up to 40 km/h. Winds may pick up at times, causing blowing dust and sand, so residents are advised to be cautious when outdoors.

Residents heading out to the beach for a swim should be careful, as sea conditions in the Arabian Gulf may turn rough at times during the day, despite generally being slight to moderate.