Keep an umbrella handy and your eyes on the road, UAE. The Ministry of Interior has issued a weather warning, with rain, thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast across parts of the country.
The Ministry Of Interior Warns Of Rain, Hail And Thunderstorms Ahead
The ministry said the unsettled conditions could bring rainfall of varying intensity, along with thunder, lightning and hail. Visibility may drop in some areas, so the ministry is urging everyone to exercise caution. It comes after several days of showers and hail in the north and east of the UAE.
What The Ministry Is Asking Residents To Do
Motorists have been asked to slow down, follow safety guidelines and stay alert, especially in areas hit by bad weather.
Residents should keep away from wadis, where rainwater can rush through without much warning, and from low-lying spots where water tends to collect. The ministry also advised against heading out to sea or visiting beaches while conditions remain unsettled.
What The NCM Forecasts For Wednesday
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects a chance of rain in parts of the country on Wednesday, 21 October, with winds that could touch 50km/h.
The day starts fair to partly cloudy. Convective clouds are likely to build over eastern areas first, then drift towards the interior and western regions in the afternoon, bringing rain with them.
Expect the winds to be light to moderate, turning fresh to strong at times around cloud activity and kicking up dust. Southeasterly to northeasterly winds are forecast at 10 to 25km/h.
Overnight into Thursday morning, expect humid conditions in some coastal and inland areas, with a chance of light fog.
How Hot Will It Get Across The Emirates?
Rain or not, it will stay warm. The NCM forecasts these highs:
- Al Ain and Liwa: 40°C
- Dubai and Sharjah: 39°C
- Abu Dhabi: 38°C
- Fujairah: 33°C
Seas are expected to be shallow in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, though the ministry’s advice to avoid the sea and beaches still stands.
Stay Safe On The Road
If clouds start building where you are, ease off the accelerator, turn on your headlights, keep a safe distance and avoid flooded stretches. The ministry’s request is simple and worth repeating: follow official safety instructions and stay clear of anywhere that could turn hazardous. Check NCM and Ministry of Interior updates before you head out.
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FAQs
What has the UAE Ministry of Interior warned about?
The ministry has warned that rain, thunderstorms, hail and strong winds are forecast across parts of the country. It said conditions could include thunder, lightning and reduced visibility in some areas, and asked residents to exercise caution.
How windy and hot will it be?
Winds are forecast at 10 to 25km/h from the southeast to northeast, reaching 50km/h at times and possibly raising dust. Highs are 40°C in Al Ain and Liwa, 39°C in Dubai and Sharjah, 38°C in Abu Dhabi and 33°C in Fujairah.
What safety precautions should residents take?
Drivers should reduce speed, follow safety guidelines and stay alert. Residents should avoid wadis and areas where water accumulates, and the ministry advises against going out to sea or visiting beaches during the unsettled conditions.
