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The weather is expected to be partly cloudy in the next few days, the Dubai Meteorological Office said. Image Credit: Abdul Rahman/Gulf News

Al Ain: Chances of thunderstorm and rain still existed in the western region of the country Monday, forecasters said and warned people to avoid venturing out into the sea and overland in bad weather.

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The weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy in general but the amount of clouds will increase over scattered areas of the emirates, according to the National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS). “We expect rain that may be thundery at times,” said the forecaster.

The development will result in a gradual fall in temperature especially in the western areas. The sea is expected to be very rough from Abu Dhabi right up to the Al Ghoeweifat, covering almost entire coastline of Abu Dhabi. Fresh to strong north-westerly winds will generate six to eight feet high waves offshore.

Fog also created problem for people travelling on Al Ain-Abu Dhabi Highway and in the surrounding areas early today (Monday) morning. According to the NCMS, visibility was poor (less than 500 meters) in this area and some parts of the western region.

Winds are expected to be moderately rough blowing dust and sand in the open areas. Dust partials could also reduce the horizontal visibility at times. The wind is also likely to be strong over the sea touch other emirates of the UAE.