Overview
- The National Centre of Meteorology recorded 12.5mm at Ras Al Khaimah’s Saqr Port on Sunday, exceeding the historical December average of 8.7mm in a single day.
- Meteorologists expect the primary wave to arrive Thursday into Friday, beginning in western regions, moving across Abu Dhabi overnight, and spreading to northern, Al Ain and eastern areas before easing Saturday.
- Winds are forecast to strengthen with convective clouds, reaching about 50–60kph in places and causing blowing dust that could sharply reduce visibility.
- Seas are set to become rough at times in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, heightening marine hazards.
- Authorities issued cautions as Dubai Municipality declared high alert, Abu Dhabi officials warned of heavier late‑week rain, and the NCM urged motorists to limit travel during downpours and use low‑beam headlights.