In anticipation of the Festival of Lights, expats across the United Arab Emirates are preparing for the celebration. Balconies are decorated with bright twinkling lights, and doors are illuminated with lamps. A slight chill adds charm to the festive season, and many residents plan to spend the Diwali weekend outdoors.
Over the past week, sporadic rain and rare hailstorms have been observed in various parts of the UAE. Therefore, an overview of the weather conditions for Sunday has been provided so that residents can adjust their plans in case of rain.
The National Center of Meteorology forecasts clear or partly cloudy skies for Sunday. Clouds are expected over some northern and eastern areas, but no rain is predicted.
A light to moderate southeast or northeast wind will blow, occasionally fresh, at a speed of 10–25 km/h, reaching 35 km/h. The day is expected to be predominantly sunny in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah.
The maximum temperature in the country is expected to reach up to 38°C, with it reaching 35°C in Abu Dhabi, and 36°C in Dubai and Sharjah. The nighttime temperature, in turn, will drop to 24°C in Sharjah, 25°C in Abu Dhabi, and 26°C in Dubai. Sea conditions will be minor in the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.



