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UAE weather alert: Dust, rain and hail reported in parts of the country

The Met Office issued safety measures for motorists as dusty skies cover Dubai, Abu Dhabi

Last updated: July 16, 2025 | 15:26

Nishitha Rachel, Assistant Social Media Editor

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Dubai: The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) reported rain over eastern parts of the UAE, this afternoon.

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Light rain was reported over Showkah and Wadi Al Tuwa in Ras Al Khaimah, and over Khor Fakkan Road toward Shees in Sharjah, according to the NCM. Additionally orange and yellow alerts for convective clouds were issued over the eastern regions of the country including Khor Fakkan, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah.

Moderate to heavy rain was also reported with small hail over Wadi Al Ejeili in Ras Al Khaimah.

Earlier today, the NCM also issued orange and yellow dust alerts across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. The alert said the suspended dust would “reduce horizontal visibility to less than 1000m over Al Bateen Airport.”

Motorists in the region were also advised to drive with caution and to follow safety measures.

Dusty skies and blowing dust reducing the horizontal visibility is said to continue until 5pm today, according to the alert.

Temperatures on the other hand, continue to soar as highs are expected to be between 39 and 45 degree Celsius, and temperature lows are forecast to be between 29 and 34 degree Celsius today.

Nishitha RachelAssistant Social Media Editor

Nishitha serves as the Assistant Social Media Editor at Gulf News, where she skilfully orchestrates the publication's online presence. With a dedicated approach to engaging readers, she expertly manages all social media platforms and is a direct line for reader queries. Nishitha's journey in journalism began with a flourish in the entertainment beat, a world she continues to explore with enthusiasm. Her love for Korean culture shines through her reporting on UAE-based events, bringing the best of both worlds to her audience. A highlight of her career, and certainly a dream come true for any K-Pop enthusiast, was interviewing acclaimed Korean singers, including Chen from the globally renowned boy group, EXO.