As the UAE continues to grapple with wet conditions and the aftermath of recent hailstorms, residents can anticipate more thunderstorms and heavy rainfall over the weekend. Here’s a brief overview of today’s weather forecast and what to expect in the coming days:
Thursday’s Weather Outlook:
- Partly cloudy conditions are expected throughout the day.
- Cloud cover will increase gradually, leading to cloudier skies by nightfall and into Friday morning.
- Convective clouds will form over scattered areas, particularly in the western regions, bringing rainfall.
- Temperatures will rise gradually throughout the day.
- Winds will range from light to moderate, occasionally intensifying, potentially causing blowing dust and sand that may affect horizontal visibility.
- Seas are forecasted to be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman Sea.
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Current Conditions:
- Early Thursday morning, light rainfall was reported in scattered areas across the country, including Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
Upcoming Weather Event:
- The UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology has issued a forecast for another significant weather event expected to impact the entire country from late Thursday night through Sunday, peaking on Saturday.
- This weather system is anticipated to cover most parts of the UAE, extending from the western regions to the north and east.
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Special Media Briefing:
- Due to the forecasted adverse weather conditions, UAE authorities have scheduled a special media briefing for today, March 7, at 5pm.
- The joint briefing will be conducted by the National Emergency, Crisis, and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), the Ministry of Interior, and the National Centre for Meteorology (NCM).
As the UAE prepares for potentially severe weather conditions in the coming days, residents are advised to stay informed about updates from official sources and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being.
