In pictures: Refreshing rain in Dubai and Sharjah

Rain of varying intensities hit many areas of the UAE on Sunday

Last updated: November 08, 2020 | 20:16

Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Both residents of Dubai and Sharjah were pleasantly surprised in the afternoon by a gentle drizzle that turned into a cooling shower on Sunday. | Above: A pedestrian uses his umbrella to keep from getting wet in Sharjah.

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Refreshing though it may be, some Sharjah residents had to scramble, using makeshift umbrellas as the rain came pouring down.

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The rain in Sharjah is part nature, part nurture. While the environmental conditions are conducive to stormy weather, the UAE is also undertaking a cloud-seeding programme at the moment.

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As rain fell in Dubai, motorists had to contend with tougher road conditions. Officials called for caution while driving.

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Children enjoy the pleasant weather in Sharjah.

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Some parts of UAE are gearing up for another day of rainfall tomorrow.

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A good idea when on the road when it's pouring is to slow down - it's easier for accidents to occur when patches of road are wet and slippery.

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Come rain or shine, UAE's delivery men will stay on the roads. Here's a photo of a couple of delivery bikes awaiting their riders who are undoubtedly dropping off their packages.

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A pedestrian crosses a road in Dubai with puddles of rain water.

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With blue-grey skies and a healthy dollop of rain, Dubai really is at its most picturesque.

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Slow down when driving on a rainy day - it's tougher than it looks.

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Grey clouds gathered creating a cozy vibe and cool afternoon in Sharjah before the rain set in.

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