Photos: Heavy rain hits parts of Dubai, Sharjah

Rain and thunder reported in several parts of the UAE

Last updated: November 22, 2022 | 18:59

Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Rain of different intensities hit parts of the UAE on Tuesday afternoon. Both residents of Dubai and Sharjah were pleasantly surprised in the afternoon by a gentle drizzle that turned into a cooling shower.

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Temperatures across the country have also dropped this week. The lowest temperature recorded over the country today morning was 12°C in Jais Mountain, Ras Al Khaimah at 6:30am.

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Slow down when driving on a rainy day - it's tougher than it looks. If you are driving in low visibility conditions, you must turn your headlights on. Make sure they are dipped (i.e. normal).

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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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Snap shots of wet weather from Sharjah roads.

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With blue-grey skies and a healthy dollop of rain, Dubai really is at its most picturesque and makes for amazing Insta-worthy shots.

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A pedestrian uses his umbrella to keep from getting wet in Sharjah.

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

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Rainbow over Sharjah after heavy rain on Tuesday afternoon.

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