Weather alert: Dust storm hits parts of the UAE with reduced visibility, rain in Ras Al Khaimah, and cold temperatures

This afternoon, light rain fell over the mountain regions of Ras Al Khaimah, including Jebel Jais, Seih Al Araibi, and Al Dhait. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi and Dubai are experiencing partly cloudy skies.

The early morning chill saw the lowest temperature in the country at 4.7°C on Jais Mountain in Ras Al Khaimah at 6:30am.

However, the weather's not all calm. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a dust alert, warning of fresh to strong winds, gusting up to 50 km/h. These winds will kick up sand and dust, reducing visibility to below 2000 meters in some areas, particularly northward and eastward, from 2:05pm to 7pm this evening.

Drivers are urged to proceed with caution, as the dust could make travel hazardous, and those with respiratory conditions should take extra precautions.

Looking ahead, tomorrow's weather forecast predicts partly to mostly cloudy skies over the islands and northern regions, with a chance of light rainfall. Expect humidity to increase by night and into Monday morning, with a chance of fog or mist formation in some internal areas. The Northwesterly winds will continue, light to moderate, with speeds ranging from 10 to 25 km/h, reaching up to 40 km/h at times. The seas will be moderate to rough, both in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea.