Residents across most parts of the UAE can expect more rains and a dip in temperatures today, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, Fujairah, and Khor Fakkan have particularly been affected by the recent weather, experiencing rain, hail, and thunderstorms. The heavy downpours have led to overflowing wadis in some areas, prompting an orange alert for thunderstorms on Tuesday.
On Wednesday, a yellow alert was issued for rainfall in some parts of the UAE, with cumulonimbus clouds accompanied by rain and active winds expected to reach speeds of 40 km/hr in some eastern and inland areas from 2 pm until 8 pm. Residents are advised to stay vigilant, especially during outdoor activities.
In the early hours of Wednesday morning, moderate to heavy rains hit parts of Fujairah. Storm Centre shared videos of the downpour on its social media platforms, highlighting the intensity of the weather conditions.
As per the NCM’s forecast, today’s weather is expected to be fair to partly cloudy, with more cloud cover towards the east and south.
There is a probability of rainfall in these regions, and light to moderate winds are anticipated, freshening at times and causing blowing dust. The sea conditions will range from slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea.
Temperatures are forecasted to drop to a low of 21°C in some parts of the country, while internal areas may still reach highs of up to 46°C.
The rainy weather is expected to persist until Thursday, August 8, influenced by the extension of the Inter Tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) moving towards the UAE from the south, along with upper-level pressure systems from the east bringing clouds.
The NCM advises residents to stay updated with the latest weather information and exercise caution, especially in areas prone to flooding and thunderstorms.
The combination of the ITCZ and other atmospheric conditions will likely result in varied weather patterns, necessitating vigilance for those planning outdoor activities or travel.
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