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UAE weather: Fog and light rain may return this week

National Centre of Meteorology forecasts mist, clouds and midweek rain chances

Last updated: February 02, 2026 | 06:29

Khitam Al Amir, Chief News Editor

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Dubai: The UAE is set for generally stable weather conditions over the coming days, with low clouds, rising humidity and a chance of fog, mist and light rainfall in some areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

On Monday, conditions are expected to be fair to partly cloudy, with low clouds forming over some coastal and eastern areas. Humidity is forecast to increase overnight and into Tuesday morning across coastal and internal regions, raising the possibility of fog or mist. Winds will be light to moderate, while sea conditions remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.

Looking ahead, Tuesday is expected to remain fair to partly cloudy, with mist possible by Wednesday morning. On Wednesday and Thursday, cloud cover is forecast to increase over northern and eastern areas, with a chance of light rainfall and fluctuating temperatures. Sea conditions may become moderate to rough at times, particularly later this week.

On Friday, weather conditions are expected to turn fair to partly cloudy, with clouds appearing over some eastern areas. Humidity will increase overnight and into Saturday morning across some coastal areas, bringing a renewed risk of fog or mist. Winds will be light to moderate, while sea conditions are forecast to remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.

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Khitam Al AmirChief News Editor

With over 30 years of journalistic experience spanning from Jordan to the UAE, Khitam has spent the past 22 years reporting on national and regional news from Dubai, with a strong focus on the UAE, GCC and broader Arab affairs. As Chief News Editor, she brings extensive expertise in delivering breaking and engaging news to readers. Beginning her tenure as a translator, she advanced through roles as Senior Translator and Chief Translator before transitioning to editorial positions, culminating in her current leadership role. Her responsibilities encompass monitoring breaking news across the UAE and the broader Arab region, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination to the public. Born into a family of journalists, Khitam's passion for news was ignited early in life. A defining moment in her youth occurred in September 1985 when she had the opportunity to converse with the late British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during her visit to a Palestinian refugee camp north of Amman. During this encounter, Khitam shared her family's experiences of displacement from their home in Palestine and their subsequent refuge in Jordan. This poignant interaction not only deepened her understanding of geopolitical issues but also solidified her commitment to pursuing a career in journalism, aiming to shed light on the stories of those affected by regional conflicts. Khitam’s commitment to accurate and timely reporting drives her to seek out news that interests readers, making her a trusted source for news on the UAE and the broader Gulf region.

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