UAE Weather: Chance of Rain in Some Areas, Temperatures to Reach 40°C
UAE Weather: Chance of Rain in Some Areas as Temperatures Reach 40°C
The United Arab Emirates is expected to experience fair to partly cloudy weather on Friday, October 23, 2026, with clouds developing over eastern areas and a chance of rainfall by the afternoon, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
The forecast indicates that convective cloud formations may develop in some eastern parts of the country, potentially bringing rain. Residents are also advised to be aware of humid conditions overnight and on Saturday morning.
Chance of Rain and Fog in the UAE
Clouds are expected to appear over eastern areas, where convective activity could lead to rainfall. Humidity is also likely to increase during the night and into Saturday morning across some coastal and inland areas.
These conditions may create a possibility of fog or mist in affected locations.
UAE Temperatures: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah
Temperatures are expected to remain warm across the country, reaching as high as 40°C in some areas.
According to the published forecast, the expected temperatures in three major cities are:
Dubai: High of 37°C and low of 26°C
Abu Dhabi: High of 38°C and low of 28°C
Sharjah: High of 38°C and low of 24°C
Actual conditions may vary by location throughout the day.
Winds Across the Country
Light to moderate southeasterly winds are expected to shift to northwesterly winds. Wind speeds are forecast to range from 10 to 20 km/h, potentially reaching 35 km/h at times.
The changing winds may bring occasional periods of stronger breezes across parts of the UAE.
Sea Conditions in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea
The sea is expected to be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and slight in the Oman Sea, according to the NCM forecast.
Residents planning marine activities should check the latest official marine weather updates before heading out.
What Residents Should Expect
Overall, the UAE is forecast to have fair to partly cloudy weather, with a chance of afternoon rainfall in some eastern areas. Warm temperatures, changing winds and increased overnight humidity are also expected.
Residents should monitor official NCM updates for local rainfall alerts, fog advisories and any changes to the forecast.
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