Thursday 5 November 2026 brings fog, a chance of rain and warm, humid air to the UAE. The National Centre of Meteorology, known as the NCM, has placed a yellow fog alert over parts of the country until 9am. Visibility will drop in southern and western areas, and mist could also form in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. At the same time, rain-bearing clouds should build over the east and north in the afternoon. This guide brings the full forecast together in one place, with the fog alert, the rain chances, the temperatures, the wind and the week ahead.
All forecast details in this article come from the NCM, as reported by Khaleej Times, Gulf News and Emirates 24/7 on Thursday morning. The forecast covers today, Thursday 5 November, and the outlook through Tuesday 10 November. It also explains what drivers should watch out for on foggy roads, and what else is happening in the UAE this week. In fact, the country is in the middle of a busy events season, with Dubai Design Week, the Sharjah International Book Fair and the Dubai Fitness Challenge all running this week.
Why is fog the main story this morning?
Fog leads the news for the third morning in a row. The NCM has issued a yellow fog alert for southern and western parts of the country, with visibility expected to drop until 9am on Thursday. Fog or mist is also possible in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, so drivers in the big cities should stay alert too. The fog formed overnight as humidity rose and the air cooled close to the ground. As a result, the early morning drive needs extra care again today. The fog should clear as the sun rises and the temperature climbs. However, the same pattern could return on Friday morning, because humidity will build up again overnight.
Yesterday brought a much thicker fog. Thick fog blanketed parts of Abu Dhabi on Wednesday morning, and the NCM issued red and yellow alerts until 9am. Abu Dhabi Police lowered speed limits to 80 km per hour on two roads in response. The pattern of foggy mornings is now a regular feature of the season, and residents should expect it to continue through the week. Meanwhile, the NCM updates its alerts through the day, so the latest warning is always worth a quick check before a long drive. Fog is not the only story today, though. Rain is also on the cards for the east, and the week ahead looks unsettled in several ways.
Where will visibility drop today?
The yellow alert covers southern and western parts of the UAE on Thursday morning. Visibility will drop in those areas until 9am, and drivers should expect sudden patches of thick fog. Fog or mist is also possible in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, even though the alert names the south and west. The fog could sit over open desert roads as well as built-up areas. For that reason, drivers across much of the UAE woke up to misty conditions, even if the fog was thickest in the south and west. The alert is yellow, which means drivers should take care, but it is a step below the red alert that Abu Dhabi saw on Wednesday.
The fog formed in the same way it did on Wednesday. Warm days meet cooler and more humid nights at this time of year, and moisture condenses near the ground when the air cools. The low-pressure setup that is shaping the weather this week keeps humidity high, so fog forms easily overnight. In fact, the NCM has warned about fog or mist on most mornings this week. The fog usually lifts as the sun rises and warms the air. Until then, the morning hours are the most difficult time for drivers, and extra care is needed on every route.
How long will the fog alert last?
The NCM fog alert runs until 9am on Thursday, and visibility should improve after that time. The fog should lift as the sun rises and the air warms. By mid-morning, most areas should see clear conditions, with the temperature climbing into the mid-30s by midday. The morning should then turn bright and warm, with cloud building later in the day. Even so, drivers who set out before 9am should plan for fog, and they should allow extra time for the school run and the commute. A few minutes spent checking the latest alert before leaving home can save a stressful drive.
The fog may return on Friday morning. The NCM expects humidity to rise overnight, and mist is likely on Friday morning over most coastal areas. The same pattern could repeat on Saturday morning, because the nights will stay humid through the week. In short, early morning drivers should build fog into their plans for the whole week, not just for today. Leaving a few minutes earlier and checking the forecast before setting off can help. The cycle should ease only when the low-pressure system moves away, and that is not expected until the weekend.
What is the forecast for Thursday 5 November?
The NCM forecast for Thursday 5 November 2026 is fair to partly cloudy weather in general across the UAE. Convective cloud formation is likely over eastern and northern areas, and it may be associated with rainfall. The NCM expects rain-bearing clouds over parts of Sharjah, Fujairah and Khor Fakkan this afternoon. The rest of the country should stay dry, with cloud and humidity instead of rain. Temperatures will stay warm, with coastal areas reaching 33 to 36 degrees and inland areas reaching 35 to 38 degrees. Humidity could climb to 90 per cent in coastal and inland areas. Winds will be light to moderate, from the south-east at first and then from the north-east.
The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea. The forecast for today is part of a longer unsettled spell that has shaped the weather for several days. Similar conditions should follow on Friday and Saturday, with further rain chances in the east and north. The outlook then settles a little by Sunday, when the NCM has not forecast rain. The rest of this guide looks at each element of the forecast in turn, starting with where the rain could fall today.
Where could rain fall today?
Rain today is most likely in the east and north of the UAE. The NCM expects rain-bearing clouds over parts of Sharjah, Fujairah and Khor Fakkan this afternoon. Convective clouds will form over eastern and northern areas during the day, and they may bring rainfall to those places. The eastern mountains help clouds to build, and that is why the east sees rain more often than the coast. The rain should fall in scattered showers rather than spreading right across the country. Some neighbourhoods could see a short shower, while nearby areas stay dry. The showers should arrive in the afternoon, when the heat of the day helps clouds to rise and grow.
The rain chances do not stop with today. Gulf News reports that the NCM expects similar conditions on Friday and Saturday, with rain-bearing clouds again over eastern and northern areas in the afternoon. On Friday, further rain is possible in the same areas. On Saturday, the rain chance continues, mainly over eastern areas. In other words, today is not a one-off wet day. It is part of a spell of unsettled weather that should last until Saturday, with Sunday looking drier. The week-ahead table later in this guide sets out each day in full.
How much rain should you expect?
Readers should keep the rain chances in proportion. The forecast speaks of a chance of rain, not a certainty, and no outlet reports heavy rain or flooding for today. The showers are likely to be light and short, if they come at all. Even so, a sudden shower can catch people out, especially those with outdoor plans in the east. A light rain jacket or an umbrella is a sensible precaution in Fujairah, Sharjah and Khor Fakkan today. Drivers in the east should also watch for wet roads in the afternoon. Rain on dry, dusty roads can make the surface slippery at first. Slowing down and keeping a safe distance will help.
It is worth remembering what a rain chance means in the UAE. The NCM speaks of a chance of rainfall from convective clouds in the afternoon. That means short showers in some places, while other areas stay dry. The east of the country has the best chance of rain today. The west and the coast are more likely to stay dry, with cloud and humidity instead. People in Dubai and Abu Dhabi should watch for fog first, and rain second. The NCM has published no rainfall amounts for today, so this guide gives none. The rest of this guide covers the temperatures, the wind, the sea and the outlook for the days ahead.
How warm will it get today?
Temperatures will stay warm across the UAE today, despite the arrival of November. Coastal areas and islands should reach 33 to 36 degrees, while inland areas could reach 35 to 38 degrees. Mountainous regions will stay cooler, with highs of 23 to 31 degrees. The nationwide range runs from 22 to 38 degrees. Night-time lows will be much more comfortable than the daytime highs, and the evening should feel pleasant for a walk. Dubai should fall to 24 degrees tonight, while Abu Dhabi should fall to 25 degrees.
The warm days are typical for the season. November brings relief from the summer heat, but daytime temperatures in the mid-30s are still normal. The humidity is what makes the air feel warmer than the temperature suggests. With humidity climbing to 90 per cent in coastal and inland areas, the afternoon can feel sticky. For that reason, outdoor exercise is best kept to the early morning or the evening, when temperatures are lower and the air feels fresher. People who work outdoors should drink water regularly and take breaks in the shade.
What are the temperatures in each city?
The table below gives the temperatures for the main cities and areas, as reported from the NCM forecast. The figures are the maximum and minimum temperatures expected today, Thursday 5 November 2026. Readers should note that the NCM published its forecast as ranges for each type of area, rather than a single figure for every city. Dubai and Abu Dhabi sit in the coastal range, while the inland desert runs hottest and the mountains run coolest. The low temperatures are for tonight and the early hours of Friday morning. The table is a useful guide for planning the day, from the morning school run to an evening walk.
| City or area | Maximum temperature | Minimum temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | 33 to 36 degrees | 24 degrees |
| Abu Dhabi | 33 to 36 degrees | 25 degrees |
| Sharjah | 33 to 36 degrees | Not stated |
| Inland areas | 35 to 38 degrees | Not stated |
| Mountainous regions | 23 to 31 degrees | Not stated |
| Coastal areas and islands | 33 to 36 degrees | Not stated |
How humid will it feel today?
Humidity is the other number to watch today. The NCM expects maximum relative humidity to climb to 90 per cent in coastal and inland areas. Mountainous areas could reach 80 per cent. High humidity makes the air feel warmer than the temperature suggests. It also helps fog to form overnight, when the air cools and the moisture in it condenses. People who spend time outdoors should drink water regularly and take breaks in the shade. The heat is not extreme for the UAE, but the humidity can still cause discomfort, especially in the afternoon. For that reason, the evening is a better time for a walk or a run than the middle of the day.
Humidity will stay high through the week. The NCM expects humidity to build up by tonight and on Friday morning over most coastal areas, with a high chance of mist. Fog or mist is possible on Friday morning, and the same humid pattern will shape the nights that follow. In fact, the humidity is the thread that links the fog, the cloud and the rain chances together. Warm, moist air feeds the convective clouds in the afternoon, and it condenses into fog at night. Until the low-pressure system moves away, residents should expect sticky air and misty starts on most mornings.
What is behind this unsettled spell?
The unsettled weather is driven by a weak surface low-pressure system, accompanied by an extension of a weak upper-air low-pressure system. Gulf News reports that this setup is influencing conditions across the UAE. A low-pressure system pulls air upwards, and that rising air cools and forms clouds. When the air is also humid, the clouds can grow tall enough to produce rain. The surface low sits close to the ground, while the upper-air low sits higher in the atmosphere. Together, they create the conditions for convective clouds, which are the tall, puffy clouds that can bring short showers. The effect is strongest in the east and north, where the mountains help the air to rise even further.
Wednesday 4 November also started with fog. Thick fog blanketed parts of Abu Dhabi that morning, and the NCM issued red and yellow alerts until 9am. The same low-pressure setup is shaping the weather again today, and it should continue through Saturday, with rain chances each afternoon in the east and north. By Sunday, conditions should settle a little, with fair to partly cloudy skies and no rain forecast. The low-pressure setup is not a storm, and no outlet reports severe weather. It is a mild and slow-moving pattern, and it should pass without major disruption.
How strong will the wind be?
Winds today will be light to moderate in general. The NCM forecasts south-easterly winds at first, becoming north-easterly during the day. Wind speeds should reach 10 to 25 km per hour, with gusts to 35 km per hour at times. The wind may freshen at times, especially in the afternoon and in areas near cloud activity. There is no strong wind warning for today, and the wind should not cause major problems on its own. Even so, drivers should keep an eye on the wind when cloud builds in the afternoon, because gusts can arrive with the showers.
The wind will strengthen later in the week. Gulf News reports that winds may reach 40 km per hour on Friday, particularly during cloud development, and the wind can stir up dust in exposed areas. The wind could also reach 35 km per hour on Saturday. On Monday, winds could strengthen to 40 km per hour over the sea. Drivers should keep an eye on the wind forecast for Friday, especially if they plan a long drive. Dust is a familiar hazard in the UAE, and it often comes with strong winds and cloud activity. Keeping windows closed and headlights on can help in dusty conditions. People with breathing difficulties should also take care when dust is in the air, and they should stay indoors if the dust becomes thick.
What will the sea be like?
The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf today. The NCM forecasts a slight sea in the Oman Sea as well. The east coast faces the open sea, so it can be a little rougher than the Gulf at times. Today, however, the NCM does not expect rough conditions on either coast. The slight sea is good news for beachgoers and for fishing boats. It also means that the ferries and water taxis that run along the coast should operate normally.
The sea will turn a little rougher later in the week. On Friday, the Arabian Gulf could be slight to moderate at times, while the Oman Sea stays slight. On Monday, the Gulf will be slight to moderate before turning rough by Tuesday morning, while the Oman Sea remains slight. In short, today is the calmest day for the sea this week, and conditions will stay gentle through the weekend. People who plan a boat trip on Monday or Tuesday should check the latest marine forecast first, because the Gulf could turn rough by Tuesday morning.
How does today compare with Wednesday?
Today looks a lot like Wednesday, with one clear difference. Wednesday 4 November also brought fog and a chance of rain, and the NCM issued red and yellow fog alerts that morning. Thick fog blanketed parts of Abu Dhabi, and visibility dropped sharply on some roads. Today, the alert is yellow only, which means the fog should be less severe than it was on Wednesday. The rain chance is still there, though, and the east and north should see convective clouds again this afternoon. Readers who want the full picture from yesterday can read the UAE weather update for 4 November.
The police response on Wednesday shows how seriously the authorities take fog. Abu Dhabi Police lowered the speed limit to 80 km per hour on the Abu Dhabi to Al Ain road, between Al Saad Bridge and Al Amerah Bridge. Police applied the same reduced limit of 80 km per hour on Sweihan road, between Al Shamkha Bridge and the Zayed Military City roundabout. No speed reduction has been reported for today, but drivers should still watch the electronic road signs. The limit shown on the sign is the limit in force at that moment.
What happens on Friday 6 November?
Friday 6 November brings further rainfall, as convective clouds develop over eastern and northern areas during the afternoon. The rain chance is a little stronger than it is today, and the east and north should see showers again. Humidity will build up by Friday morning over most coastal areas, with a high chance of mist, so the day could start misty as well as wet. Drivers who head out early on Friday should allow extra time, and they should check the latest alert before leaving home. The morning mist should clear as the day warms up, and the rain should arrive in the afternoon.
Friday also brings the strongest wind of the week so far. Winds could strengthen to 40 km per hour, causing blowing dust in exposed areas, particularly during cloud development. The wind can stir up dust and reduce visibility on some roads, so drivers should take care in open areas. At sea, the Arabian Gulf could be slight to moderate at times, while the Oman Sea stays slight. In short, Friday is the most unsettled day of the week, with mist in the morning, rain in the afternoon and dust in the wind. Outdoor plans on Friday should stay flexible, and the east is the area to watch most closely.
What happens on Saturday 7 November?
Saturday 7 November keeps the rain chances going, particularly over eastern areas, where convective clouds may develop during the afternoon. The showers should follow the same pattern as Friday, with short bursts of rain in some places and dry weather elsewhere. The east coast and the mountains have the best chance of rain, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi are more likely to stay dry. Winds could reach 35 km per hour, which is a little lower than the gusts expected on Friday. The sea will stay slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea, so the weekend should stay calm on the water.
Saturday is also a busy day for events in the UAE, and the rain chance is worth keeping in mind for anyone with outdoor plans. Dubai Design Week runs until Sunday, and the Sharjah International Book Fair continues through the weekend. The Dubai International Baja also runs through Saturday, with racing in the desert. A short shower should not spoil a day out, but a light rain jacket is a sensible precaution in the east. In general, Saturday looks like a warm and humid day, with cloud building in the afternoon and a chance of rain in the east.
What happens on Sunday 8 November?
Sunday 8 November looks drier than the days before it. The NCM forecasts generally fair to partly cloudy weather, with clouds over some northern and eastern areas. The NCM has not forecast rain for Sunday, which makes it the first dry day after three days of rain chances. The break in the wet spell should feel welcome, especially for anyone with outdoor plans. Diwali falls on Sunday, with the main day of the festival on 8 November, so the drier weather is good news for celebrations across the country.
Sunday is a big day for events as well as for the weather. Diwali reaches its main day on Sunday 8 November, and families across the UAE will mark the festival of lights. Dubai Design Week also reaches its final day on Sunday, after running since Tuesday. Global Village stays open through the weekend, and its Season 31 runs until May 2027. With no rain forecast, Sunday looks like the best day of the week for a day out, and the evening should feel pleasant for a walk.
What happens on Monday 9 November and Tuesday?
Monday 9 November brings a change at sea rather than on land. Winds could strengthen to 40 km per hour over the sea, and the Arabian Gulf will be slight to moderate before turning rough by Tuesday morning. The Oman Sea remains slight, so the east coast should stay calm. On land, the NCM has not forecast rain for Monday, and the day should stay fair to partly cloudy. The stronger wind over the sea is the main point to watch, and people who plan a boat trip should check the marine forecast first.
By Tuesday morning, the Gulf turns rough, which is the roughest sea state in the whole outlook. The change shows how quickly conditions can shift at sea, even when the land forecast stays calm. In general, the week starts wet and unsettled, then settles on land from Sunday onwards, while the sea turns rougher at the start of the next week. The table below sets out the full outlook from Thursday to Tuesday, so readers can plan the week at a glance.
What does the week ahead look like?
The table below brings the whole week together, from today, Thursday 5 November, through Tuesday 10 November. It shows the rain chances, the wind and the sea for each day, as forecast by the NCM and reported by Gulf News. The pattern is clear at a glance. Rain chances run from Thursday to Saturday, mainly in the east and north. Sunday looks dry, and the sea turns rough by Tuesday morning. Readers should treat the table as a guide, because the NCM updates its forecast through the week, and the details can change.
| Day | Weather | Wind | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 5 November | Fair to partly cloudy, rain chance in northern and eastern areas in the afternoon, fog or mist in the morning | Light to moderate, 10 to 25 km per hour, reaching 35 km per hour | Slight in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea |
| Friday 6 November | Further rain in eastern and northern areas in the afternoon, mist in the morning | Strengthening to 40 km per hour, blowing dust in exposed areas | Slight to moderate at times in the Arabian Gulf, slight in the Oman Sea |
| Saturday 7 November | Rain chance continues, mainly eastern areas in the afternoon | Reaching 35 km per hour | Slight in both seas |
| Sunday 8 November | Fair to partly cloudy, clouds over northern and eastern areas, no rain forecast | Not stated | Not stated |
| Monday 9 November | Not stated | Strengthening to 40 km per hour over the sea | Slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf, turning rough by Tuesday morning, slight in the Oman Sea |
| Tuesday 10 November | Not stated | Not stated | Arabian Gulf rough by morning, Oman Sea slight |
How should you drive in fog today?
Fog driving needs a different approach from normal driving. The safe speed in fog is often lower than the posted limit, even when the limit has already been reduced. Drivers should match their speed to what they can see, and keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead. In fog, it is easy to misjudge how close the next vehicle is, so extra space gives more time to react. Drivers should use low beam headlights and fog lights where fitted. High beam headlights should stay off, because the strong light reflects off the fog and makes it harder to see.
The electronic road signs are the best guide to the limit in force at any moment. On Wednesday, Abu Dhabi Police lowered limits to 80 km per hour on two roads, and the signs showed the new limit at once. Drivers should watch those signs closely on foggy mornings, and they should follow the limit shown. The rules of the road are changing in other ways too, and readers can catch up with the new UAE traffic rules from 2027. In short, slow down, leave space, use low beam lights, and follow the signs.
What are the new Dubai speed limits?
Dubai drivers should also note the new speed limits that took effect on Sunday 1 November 2026. The Roads and Transport Authority, known as the RTA, raised the limit on Al Asayel Street from 60 to 80 km per hour. The RTA also raised the limit on Al Mustaqbal Street and Latifa bint Hamdan Street from 60 to 70 km per hour. The changes were reported by Dubai Week, and they apply from 1 November onwards. Drivers who use these roads every day should learn the new limits, because the old limits no longer apply.
The new limits matter most on busy mornings, when fog and traffic meet. A higher limit does not mean drivers must drive at that speed, and the safe speed in fog is often lower than the posted limit. The limit shown on the electronic sign is the limit in force, and police can lower it when visibility drops. Readers who want the full detail can read the guide to the new Dubai speed limits. In general, the changes are good news for drivers on these three roads, but foggy mornings still call for care.
Is Dubai ready for the rainy season?
Dubai Municipality has spent the past few weeks getting ready for the rainy season. The authority reported on 29 October that about 675 staff are on round-the-clock standby, with about 1,100 items of equipment ready to use. The municipality has also prepared 10 temporary water collection lakes, and it has cleaned more than 70,000 drainage inlets across the city. The scale of the preparation shows how seriously Dubai takes the rainy season, even though the rain so far has been light.
The preparation matters most when a sudden shower hits a busy road. Rain on dry, dusty roads can make the surface slippery at first, and standing water can build up quickly in low spots. Clean drains help the water clear faster, and standby crews can respond when a road floods. In short, the city is ready for the rain that the NCM has forecast this week. Residents can help by reporting blocked drains and by driving with care when the roads are wet. The next few days will test the preparation, with rain chances running through Saturday.
What else is happening in the UAE this week?
Dubai Design Week runs from 3 to 8 November at Dubai Design District, known as d3. The festival is in its 12th edition, and it brings designers from more than 50 countries to Dubai. Downtown Design runs alongside it from 4 to 8 November, also at d3. The two events make this week one of the busiest of the year for design in the city. Visitors should expect busy roads around d3, especially in the afternoon and evening. The weather should stay warm and humid, with cloud building in the afternoon, so an umbrella is worth packing for the east.
The Sharjah International Book Fair runs from 4 to 15 November, and it is in its 45th edition this year. The theme for this year is Made of Stories, and the fair is one of the biggest book events in the region. The fair runs through the weekend, so Saturday and Sunday are good days to visit, with Sunday looking drier than Saturday. In short, the UAE has a full calendar this week, and the weather should not stop anyone from enjoying it. A little planning goes a long way, and the forecast in this guide should help.
What else should you plan for this weekend?
The weekend brings two big dates for the diary. Diwali reaches its main day on Sunday 8 November, and families across the UAE will mark the festival of lights. The drier weather on Sunday is good news for celebrations, and the evening should feel pleasant for a walk. The Dubai International Baja also runs from 5 to 8 November, with administrative checks at Dubai Festival City on Thursday 5 November. The desert race is one of the highlights of the motorsport calendar, and it runs through the weekend.
Music lovers have a date too. Queen of the Night, a Whitney Houston tribute, plays at Dubai Opera on 5 and 6 November, with shows at 8pm. The Thursday show starts on the same evening as this forecast, so readers who hold tickets should plan for a warm and humid evening. Global Village is also open, with Season 31 running until May 2027. Dubai National Month runs from 3 November to 2 December, so the whole month carries a festive feel. Readers who wonder about time off can check the next public holiday in the UAE.
How should you plan your day today?
A little planning will make today run smoothly. The morning starts with fog, so drivers should leave a few minutes early and check the latest alert before setting off. By mid-morning, the fog should lift, and the day should turn bright and warm. The afternoon brings cloud and a chance of rain in the east and north, so anyone who heads to Sharjah, Fujairah or Khor Fakkan should pack a light rain jacket or an umbrella. Dubai and Abu Dhabi should stay dry, with cloud and humidity instead of rain.
Fuel is another part of the daily plan for drivers. Prices change each month, and the November 2026 petrol and diesel prices are worth a quick check before a long drive. The evening should feel pleasant for a walk, with temperatures falling into the mid-20s. Humidity will build up again overnight, so Friday morning could start with mist. In short, today is a day of two halves. The morning needs care on the roads, and the afternoon needs a rain jacket in the east.
What should visitors to the UAE know today?
Visitors to the UAE should know that November is one of the best months to travel here. The days are warm but not extreme, and the evenings feel pleasant. Today brings fog in the morning and a chance of rain in the east, but Dubai and Abu Dhabi should stay dry. Visitors who plan a desert trip should watch the wind, because gusts can stir up dust on Friday. The sea stays slight today, so beach plans should go ahead as normal. In general, the weather should not spoil a visit, and the events calendar is full.
Travellers should also keep an eye on flight schedules, because fog can delay early morning flights. The latest UAE flight updates are worth a quick check before heading to the airport. Visitors who hire a car should learn the new Dubai speed limits, which changed on 1 November, and they should watch the electronic road signs on foggy mornings. The Dubai Fitness Challenge runs until 29 November, and the Dubai Run takes place on 22 November. Readers who want to join the cycling event can find the details in our guide to Dubai Ride 2026. In short, the UAE is warm, busy and welcoming this week, and a little planning will help visitors make the most of it.
Frequently asked questions?
Will it rain in Dubai today?
The NCM has forecast rain for northern and eastern parts of the UAE, including Sharjah, Fujairah and Khor Fakkan, but not for Dubai itself. Dubai should stay fair to partly cloudy, with humidity instead of rain. The rain chance is highest in the afternoon, when convective clouds build over the east and north.
How long will the fog last this morning?
The yellow fog alert runs until 9am on Thursday 5 November. Visibility should improve after that time, as the sun rises and the air warms. Fog or mist is also possible on Friday morning, because humidity will build up overnight over most coastal areas.
How hot will it get in the UAE today?
Inland areas could reach 35 to 38 degrees, while coastal areas and islands should reach 33 to 36 degrees. Mountainous regions will stay cooler, at 23 to 31 degrees. Dubai should fall to 24 degrees tonight, and Abu Dhabi should fall to 25 degrees.
Will it rain on Friday and Saturday?
Yes, the NCM expects further rain on Friday 6 November in eastern and northern areas, and the rain chance continues on Saturday 7 November, mainly in the east. Sunday 8 November looks drier, with no rain forecast.
What should drivers do in fog?
Drivers should slow down, keep a safe distance, use low beam headlights and fog lights, and follow the electronic road signs. The safe speed in fog is often lower than the posted limit. On Wednesday, Abu Dhabi Police lowered limits to 80 km per hour on two roads.
What is causing this unsettled weather?
A weak surface low-pressure system, accompanied by an extension of a weak upper-air low-pressure system, is shaping the weather. The setup pulls air upwards and forms convective clouds, which can bring short showers in the east and north. The pattern should last through Saturday.
