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UAE Weather Forecast: Rain Possible, Temperatures to Reach 45°C

The United Arab Emirates can expect partly cloudy skies with a chance of rain on Wednesday, August 12. Temperatures in major cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi are forecast to reach highs of 45°C.

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Key takeaways

  • The National Centre of Meteorology forecasts rain on Wednesday, August 12, due to potential afternoon cloud formations.
  • Maximum temperatures in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are predicted to reach 45°C, with lows around 33-35°C.
  • Winds will be light to moderate, varying between 10-25 km/hr and potentially reaching 40 km/hr.
  • Humidity levels are expected to range between 15% and 65% across major cities.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast fair to partly cloudy weather for Wednesday, August 12, with a possibility of convective clouds forming in the afternoon, particularly eastward. These formations could bring a likelihood of rain.

What Happened

Light to moderate southeasterly to northeasterly winds are anticipated, with speeds ranging from 10 to 25 km/hr, potentially gusting up to 40 km/hr. The Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea are expected to experience slight sea conditions.

Key Facts

  • Weather on Wednesday, August 12, will be fair to partly cloudy.
  • Convective clouds may form eastward in the afternoon, with a possibility of rain.
  • Winds will be light to moderate southeasterly to northeasterly, at 10-25 km/hr, gusting to 40 km/hr.
  • Sea conditions will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea.
  • Maximum temperatures are predicted to reach 45°C in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and 44°C in Sharjah.
  • Minimum temperatures are expected to be 33°C in Dubai, 35°C in Abu Dhabi, and 34°C in Sharjah.
  • Humidity levels will range from 20-65% in Dubai, 15-60% in Abu Dhabi, and 20-55% in Sharjah.

Background

Temperatures in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah are expected to peak at 45°C, 45°C, and 44°C respectively. Overnight lows will range from 33°C in Dubai to 35°C in Abu Dhabi, and 34°C in Sharjah. Humidity levels will vary across these cities.

Sources reviewed

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