Passengers travelling through Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum International (DWC) are advised to check their flight status after adverse weather conditions disrupted airport operations early Tuesday.

Dubai Airports confirmed that 12 flights were cancelled and 23 inbound flights diverted after weather conditions affected aircraft movements at both airports. Disruptions began in the early hours of the morning.

Airport authorities said they are working closely with airlines and service partners to restore normal operations and minimise inconvenience to passengers. Travellers are strongly advised to contact their airline directly for the latest updates before heading to the airport.

What travellers should know

• Flight delays, cancellations or diversions may continue, particularly during early morning and late-night hours
• Fog or mist is possible across coastal and inland areas, which could impact visibility
• Passengers should allow extra travel time to reach the airport and monitor airline notifications closely

Passenger advice

• Check your flight status before leaving home
• Sign up for airline alerts and notifications
• Arrive early and be prepared for possible schedule changes

Dubai Airports said it will continue to monitor weather conditions and provide updates as needed.

Foggy conditions to prevail throughout week

Meanwhile, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast fair to partly cloudy conditions across the UAE in the coming days, with high humidity overnight increasing the risk of fog.

From Wednesday to Saturday, fair to partly cloudy conditions are expected, with rising temperatures and high humidity at night and in the early morning. Fog or mist may form on several days.

Dubai RTA and Sharjah Police have urged motorists to drive with caution, expect delays and allow extra travel time, especially on major roads during early morning hours.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast continued humid morning conditions over parts of the UAE’s inland and coastal areas, with a chance of fog or light fog from tomorrow through January 31.

According to the forecast, weather conditions will be generally fair to partly cloudy, with low clouds appearing at times over eastern, northern and coastal regions. There is also a possibility of light, scattered rainfall in some areas during the period.

Temperatures are expected to rise gradually on Thursday, followed by a noticeable decrease on Friday.

Winds will vary between north-westerly and south-easterly, remaining light to moderate and occasionally active, with speeds ranging from 10 to 25 km/h, reaching up to 35–40 km/h at times. Sea conditions will range from slight to moderate, becoming rough at times, particularly in the Arabian Gulf toward the end of the week.

Fog or light fog is most likely during the early morning hours, especially over western, coastal and inland areas. Motorists are advised to exercise caution due to reduced visibility.

The weather is shaking things up a bit this weekend in the UAE. Say goodbye to the usual clear, dry winter days and hello to more clouds, a touch of humidity, and even a chance of light rain across parts of the country.

A weak low-pressure system from the east, plus a little nudge from the upper atmosphere, is giving us a bit of variety. Nothing extreme, but don’t be surprised if your morning drive feels misty or hazy.

Here’s the lowdown:

Friday:

• Skies: Fair to partly cloudy
• Winds: Light to moderate, gusty at times
• Humidity: Rising overnight, especially in western areas, watch for mist at dawn
• Temps: Coastal highs 19–24°C, inland up to 25°C, nights dipping to 7°C; mountains cooler (9–16°C, lows near 5°C)
• Sea: Calm to moderate in the Arabian Gulf, slight in the Oman Sea

Saturday:

• Skies: Cloudier by evening along the coast and north
• Rain: Small chance over the sea
• Winds: Southeasterly to northeasterly, up to 35 km/h
• Humidity is expected to stay high, so mornings may be hazy

Sunday:

• Skies: More clouds across coastal, northern, and eastern areas
• Rain: Chance of light showers continues
• Winds: Shifting northwest, picking up over the Arabian Gulf, rough seas possible at night

Looking ahead:

• Monday: Cooler with cloudy spells, fog or mist overnight/early morning
• Tuesday: Skies start to clear, but humidity and early-morning mist linger in some areas

Keep a light jacket handy, maybe an umbrella, and enjoy the mild change in weather; it’s a refreshing break from the usual sunny winter weather. Road users should be careful when driving late at night or early in the morning, as mist and fog could affect visibility.