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UAE heatwave transitions to cooler, humid autumn weather
Overview
The extreme summer pattern that began in late June 2025 continued into the summer of 2026. Throughout July and August, the UAE experienced intense heat with temperatures reaching 50.4 °C, alongside cloud-seeding missions, thunderstorms, and hail. By late August, a seasonal transition began, and by early September, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) noted a shift toward autumn with daytime highs expected below 39 °C.
By early October, temperatures continued to decrease as summer conditions receded. Daytime highs dropped below 40 °C in most emirates, with Fujairah seeing cooler temperatures around 35 °C and Abu Dhabi reaching the 40 °C threshold.
High humidity, reaching up to 90% in several major cities including Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Ras Al Khaimah, has led to the formation of mist or fog in coastal and inland regions. The NCM has advised drivers to exercise caution due to potential drops in visibility. While daytime conditions have remained generally fair to partly cloudy, convective clouds have been observed in eastern areas, with an increased possibility of rainfall as weather conditions become more unsettled.
Entities
United Arab Emirates · National Centre of Meteorology · Dubai · Abu Dhabi · Emirates Astronomy Society
Timeline
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUnited Arab Emirates weather: High humidity and fog expected
The UAE is seeing a temperature dip to the mid-30s, but high humidity of up to 90% is expected to cause fog or mist in coastal and inland areas by Tuesday morning.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE weather: Temperatures to drop slightly with fog expected
Temperatures in the UAE are expected to decline slightly, with most emirates dropping below 40°C. High humidity may cause fog or mist in coastal and inland areas through the coming week.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesUAE weather forecast: Temperatures to ease amid fog and dust warnings
The UAE is expecting a gradual decline in temperatures starting Wednesday, with potential fog, blowing dust, and rough sea conditions forecast for the remainder of the week.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE weather: Fog alerts and high temperatures up to 46°C
The UAE is facing high temperatures up to 46°C and heavy fog. Abu Dhabi authorities have reduced speed limits to 80km/h on several major roads to ensure driver safety during low visibility.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather: High temperatures and fog expected
The UAE is facing high temperatures up to 45°C and intense humidity, with NCM forecasting fog and mist in coastal and inland areas through Monday.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 5 sourcesUnited Arab Emirates faces high heat and humidity
The UAE is facing a multi-day spell of high heat and intense humidity, with temperatures potentially reaching 47°C and high humidity levels causing fog or mist in coastal and internal areas.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE weather forecast: High heat and fog expected
The UAE is expecting fair to partly cloudy weather with extreme heat reaching up to 48°C in inland areas and high humidity causing fog or mist in coastal and internal regions.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE weather forecast: High heat and potential above-average rainfall
The UAE faces temperatures up to 46°C and high humidity with fog risks. Long-range models also suggest above-average rainfall from October to January due to El Niño influences.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather forecast: High humidity and fog warnings for coastal areas
The UAE faces high humidity and fog warnings in coastal areas like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with temperatures in the low-40s. Cooler autumn conditions are expected to begin in late September.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesUAE weather forecast: temperatures up to 46°C and fog warnings
The UAE faces high temperatures reaching 46°C in Liwa and high humidity, with the National Center of Meteorology warning of potential fog or mist in coastal and inland areas through the weekend.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 7 sourcesWeather forecasts show high heat in UAE and varied conditions across the US
The UAE faces high temperatures up to 45°C and fluctuating humidity, while US weather varies from sunny Labor Day conditions in the Northeast to storms in South Florida and showers in the Northland.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather forecast: Heat, fog, and potential rain
The UAE faces high temperatures up to 46°C, potential rainfall in eastern regions, and fog warnings in major cities due to humidity levels reaching 90%.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather transitions to cooler autumn temperatures
The UAE is seeing a gradual drop in temperatures and a transition toward autumn, with daytime highs expected to decrease and humidity levels rising in coastal and inland areas.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather forecast: High heat and dust storms expected
The UAE is facing high temperatures up to 49°C, strong winds causing dust, and potential afternoon rainfall in eastern and southern regions due to a low-pressure system.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE weather: Unsettled conditions and rain expected through Thursday
Unsettled weather and rain are expected to continue across the UAE through Thursday, with heavy downpours recently impacting Al Ain and prompting precautionary closures in Abu Dhabi.
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[CULTURE] 4 sourcesSuhail star rises over Arabian Peninsula, marking seasonal heat transition
The rising of the Suhail star (Canopus) on August 24 marks a traditional seasonal transition in the Arabian Peninsula, signaling the gradual end of peak summer heat and the onset of more moderate weather.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather: Extreme heat, rain, and dust expected
The UAE is facing extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 50°C in some areas, alongside forecasts for rain, blowing dust, and fog as the country awaits a gradual cooling in September.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather transitions as Suhail star approaches
As the Suhail star approaches its August 24 appearance, the UAE sees rainfall in Dubai and a gradual transition from peak summer heat toward more moderate seasonal conditions.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE weather forecast: Extreme heat, fog, and rain expected
The UAE is facing extreme heat with temperatures reaching 49°C, alongside warnings for fog, dust, and potential rainfall in eastern and southern regions this week.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesUnited Arab Emirates faces extreme heat and upcoming weather shifts
The UAE is facing extreme heat with temperatures reaching 50.4°C in Al Dhafra. Forecasts predict upcoming rain and wind, while residents await the Suhail star to signal a gradual seasonal transition.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesUAE experiences thunderstorms and hail amid extreme heat
The UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia are facing thunderstorms, hail, and heavy rain. The NCM issued weather alerts for the UAE as temperatures remain high despite the recent rainfall and convective cloud activity.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE endures multi‑day thunderstorms, rain and soaring temperatures
The UAE will face several days of thunderstorms, rain and gusty winds amid extreme heat up to 49 °C, with cloud‑seeding flights underway and the Suhail star set to rise on Aug 24, marking a cooler period.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE sees rain showers, dust storms and extreme heat as families chase storms
UAE forecasts rain, dust storms and temperatures up to 49 °C; families follow meteorologist Muhammed Sajjad KP to chase brief downpours, even crossing into Oman.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 6 sourcesUAE braces for multi‑day showers amid extreme heat
UAE's NCM forecasts four days of showers in eastern and southern regions, with extreme heat up to 50 °C, gusty winds, dust and safety warnings for residents.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesUAE sees rain from cloud‑seeding amid 50°C heat
UAE cloud‑seeding boosted rainfall, offering relief during 50 °C heat, with forecasts of further afternoon showers and high humidity over the coming days.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE heatwave pushes inland temps to 48 °C as scattered rains hit eastern regions
UAE weather forecast calls for inland temps up to 48 °C, scattered rain in eastern areas, high humidity and dust‑raising winds.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE Heat Wave Temperatures Slightly Drop as Humidity Rises and Sharjah Receives Rain
UAE temperatures eased modestly with highs 39‑47 °C and rising humidity, while rain fell in Sharjah’s Al Dhaid and Sohailah, offering brief relief during the peak summer heat.
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[HEALTH] 2 sourcesUAE Faces 46°C Heat and Light Winds Over Weekend
UAE weekend forecast: inland temps up to 46 °C, coastal highs around 40‑42 °C, light to moderate winds and fair skies.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesHeavy Rain and Dust Storm Alerts Hit UAE Regions Including Al Ain
UAE meteorology warns of heavy rain in Al Ain and eastern regions, dust storms with 40 km/h winds, rough seas up to six‑foot waves, and temperatures in the high 40s °C.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE heatwave pushes temperatures to 48 °C with rain possible in eastern regions
UAE to face temperatures up to 48 °C with convective clouds and isolated showers in eastern and southern areas, winds up to 40 km/h and dust, lasting through the week.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE forecast predicts rising humidity and coastal fog this weekend
UAE weather forecasts call for temperatures in the low‑mid 40 °C, humidity up to 90 % and a chance of early‑morning fog along the coast this weekend, with light to moderate winds and slight sea conditions.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 3 sourcesUAE faces extreme heat as temperatures soar to 47°C
UAE weather forecasts predict fair skies, light winds and temperatures up to 47 °C, with calm seas and peak summer heat across the Emirates.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesRain showers bring cooler weather to UAE's Fujairah and Khor Fakkan
On July 3, 2026 light rain and cooler temperatures hit Fujairah and Khor Fakkan as seasonal Al Marawih clouds formed over the Hajar Mountains, bringing misty, autumn‑like conditions to the UAE's eastern coast.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUAE faces extreme heat with temperatures up to 48°C and scattered rain
UAE's National Centre of Meteorology says inland temperatures could reach 48 °C this weekend, coastal highs around 44‑45 °C, scattered rain possible in eastern emirates, and dust‑driven mist reducing visibility
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