UAE Meteorology Center issues yellow rain warning after unstable weather in Abu Dhabi

According to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), the weather in the United Arab Emirates on Saturday, August 22, will be moderately clear or partly cloudy.

In the afternoon, there is a possibility of convective clouds forming in the eastern and southern regions of the country, which may be accompanied by precipitation.

The temperature regime will gradually increase: the maximum temperature in Abu Dhabi is forecast to be 46°C, in Dubai it will be 40°C, and in Sharjah it will be 42°C. The minimum values in all three emirates will be around 32°C.

At night and in the morning on Sunday, increased humidity is expected over some coastal areas. The humidity level in Abu Dhabi is predicted to be from 20 to 65 percent, in Dubai from 30 to 65 percent, and in Sharjah from 30 to 80 percent.

The wind will blow from the southeast to the northwest, being light or moderate, with the possibility of strengthening up to 40 km/h. The sea in the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea will be calm.

Some areas of Dubai experienced precipitation on Tuesday, August 18, providing a refreshing break from the intense summer heat for residents. A video published by the Storm Center shows rain pouring down on Margam, an oil and gas field in Dubai, obscuring a car's windbreak.

Previously, the National Center of Meteorology (NCM) had forecast rain for Tuesday, indicating that convective clouds associated with precipitation could form in the eastern and southern parts of the country by noon.

Meanwhile, although there was no rain in Fujairah, the sky in the emirate was gray and cloudy. These downpours occurred against the backdrop of the UAE recording a temperature of 50.4°C in Badadafas, Ad-Dhafra region, which was the highest temperature in the country on August 14 and only one degree lower than the highest recorded this year to date.

As there is less than a week until the appearance of the star Suhail, traditionally considered a sign of the beginning of the easing of the harshest period of summer, residents are anticipating cooler conditions. The star Suhail is expected to rise on August 24 of this year. Although the star's appearance culturally signals a gradual transition to cooler weather, UAE experts warn that temperatures will not drop sharply overnight; a gradual decrease in temperature is expected, but increased humidity may still make conditions uncomfortable.

Rain was observed again in the UAE on Sunday, August 9th. Videos have appeared online showing thunderstorms and hail falling on Al Ain.

The last two weeks in the eastern and southern regions of the country have been accompanied by wet weather, despite peak summer temperatures reaching 50°C. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issued orange and yellow warnings regarding convective clouds that may cause precipitation, and these warnings are valid until 22:00 on Sunday.

Areas covered by this alert include the southern districts of Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Fujairah emirates. Footage shows heavy rain and hail falling on the Dubai-Al Ain road on Sunday, August 9th, with reduced visibility on the road.

Another video demonstrates camels sheltering under trees during heavy downpours in the desert. Residents were advised to exercise caution when going outdoors on that day due to expected hazardous weather phenomena.

Meanwhile, Oman warned its residents about possible flash floods due to heavy rains over the Hajar Mountains, located on the border with the UAE. The Omani Meteorological Department also forecasted hail in the region and issued warnings nationwide.

Concurrently, the meteorological center of Saudi Arabia warned residents of some regions about thunderstorms and hail, as well as heavy rains and winds that could raise dust.

According to NCM data, the UAE may face additional rainy days over the next week, which will be a relief for residents struggling with high temperatures reaching 50°C. On Saturday, thousands of residents traveled to Mleiha in search of rain and encountered a period of heavy rain, thunder, and hail in the afternoon.

Astronomers predict that the star Suhail will rise on August 24th, which usually marks the end of the peak of summer and the beginning of a 40-day transition period from extreme heat to cooler temperatures.