UAE weather alert: Heavy rain and thunder hit Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah
Showers hit Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other cities; visibility drops in some areas
Rain sweeps across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and other parts of the UAE as a low-pressure system moves through, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) reports. Gusty winds are stirring dust and reducing visibility in some areas.
The NCM has issued a weather update for Saturday, warning of convective cloud formation over scattered areas of the UAE. Fresh to strong winds are expected, causing blowing dust and sand that could reduce horizontal visibility between 8m and 8pm.
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This morning, rainfall hit Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and other parts of the UAE as a low-pressure system moved across the region.
Downpours hit Sharjah
Sharjah experienced rainfall on Saturday morning, with showers affecting key areas including Al Majaz. The rain comes as part of unstable weather moving across the UAE, bringing gusty winds and reduced visibility in some regions. Residents are urged to exercise caution on the roads and follow official safety guidelines.
Unstable weather brings downpours across the UAE
Videos shared by Storm_ae on Instagram show showers hitting cities, highlighting the combined impact of rain and dust stirred up by the gusty winds.
UAE of Interior issues safety advisory
The Ministry of Interior (MOI) has issued a warning amid current weather conditions affecting several areas across the UAE, with rain, gusty winds, and occasional thunder and lightning. Reduced visibility is expected in some regions.
Motorists and residents are advised to:
Exercise caution on the roads
Reduce speed while driving
Avoid water ponds, fast-moving streams, and beaches
Stay away from the sea during rough conditions
The MOI urges everyone to take precautions to ensure a safe and secure community.
Police urge caution on roads
The Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to exercise caution during the rainy conditions and to follow changing speed limits displayed on electronic information boards. Drivers are reminded to stay safe on the roads.
Weather forecast: Rain and unsettled conditions continue
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said clouds moving from the west will trigger convective systems over scattered areas throughout the week. Rainfall will range from light to heavy at times, with lightning, thunder, and a small chance of hail during strong cloud activity.
Saturday: Light to moderate rain across most regions, turning heavy at times over northern and eastern areas and Al Ain.
Sunday: Similar conditions with variable rainfall, especially over northern and eastern regions and Al Ain.
Monday–Tuesday: Continued cloud build-up with scattered rain of varying intensity across the country.
Wednesday: Cloudy skies with chances of rain over northern and eastern areas.
Thursday–next Saturday: Further convective cloud development brings scattered rain as the unstable system persists.
Overall, the UAE remains under the influence of unsettled weather, with showers, gusty winds, and possible localized hail continuing through the week.
