Weather alert: NCM issues red and yellow alerts for fog in Abu Dhabi, rise in temperatures across UAE

Dubai: Residents across parts of Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafra regions were met with dense fog this morning, as the UAE's National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issued red and yellow weather alerts. The alerts, which highlight the risk of severe fog formation, warn of significantly reduced visibility in certain areas, potentially dropping even further at times until 9 AM on Tuesday, June 17.

The NCM's alert specifically affects areas in the Al Dhafra region, including Al Ruwais, Ghayathi Road, Bu Hamrah, Owtaid, Bu Hasa, and Hamim, as well as parts of Abu Dhabi such as Al Wathba, Al Ain – Abu Dhabi Road, Al Ajban, Al Khatim, and Al Faya. Motorists in these regions are urged to exercise caution, reduce speed, and stay vigilant due to the challenging driving conditions.

In a message posted on X, Abu Dhabi Police called on motorists to exercise caution on the roads due to low visibility caused by fog. They urged drivers to follow the changing speed limits displayed on electronic information boards for their safety.

According to the NCM, the weather will be sunny in general becoming partly cloudy at times over some areas by evening and night, with an increase in temperatures. It is going to be humid by night and Wednesday morning with a chance of fog or mist formation over some coastal and internal areas.

The maximum temperatures in the internal regions of the country are expected to be between 44 and 48°C. Temperatures will reach 40 to 45°C in the coastal areas and islands and 35 to 40°C over the mountains.

Light to moderate winds, freshening at times, causing blowing dust. The sea will be slight to moderate, becoming rough by night westward in the Arabian Gulf and slight in Oman Sea. The NCM continues to monitor conditions closely and urges all residents to follow official updates.