Weather alert: Humidity spikes as temperatures reach near 50°C in UAE

Although the current temperatures in Dubai hover around a sweltering 37°C and reach about 38°C in Abu Dhabi, residents are likely to feel the oppressive humidity exacerbated by these soaring temperatures. According to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), the highest temperature recorded across the country today was a staggering 49.2°C in Owtaid, located in the Al Dhafra Region, recorded at 3.15 pm.

As humidity increases overnight, there is a chance of fog or mist forming in some coastal and inland areas. Winds from the southwesterly to northwesterly directions will be light to moderate, occasionally freshening, with speeds ranging from 10 to 25 km/h, reaching up to 35 km/h at times. The sea conditions will be slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea.

Looking ahead to Tuesday, temperatures are expected to range from a low of around 24°C during the night to a high of about 34°C during the day. The weather will continue to be humid, and morning fog or mist may persist in some areas, especially along the coast and inland. Winds will remain light to moderate, providing a refreshing breeze throughout the day. Overall, anticipate a fair day with partly cloudy skies and warm temperatures.