New unstable weather in UAE to bring rain, storms
A new spell of unstable weather is expected to hit parts of the UAE starting from Thursday night (March 26) until Friday, with authorities predicting rain showers, thunderstorms and winds in conditions that will permeate phases across the country.
The NCM said the latest system will start to affect western areas late on Thursday night and then move inwards and eastwards gradually.
This comes as the UAE is still under a multi-day bout of unstable weather, with rain, thunderstorms and reduced visibility reported in some emirates since earlier this week.
How the weather will unfold
Conditions will initially be over western areas, including Al Dhafra, before moving to Abu Dhabi during the night and early hours of Friday, the NCM said.
By Friday during the day, the system is forecast to expand more and cover northern areas, Al Ain and eastern areas.
That movement is something we’ve seen in recent days, with rain systems forming over the western areas then slowly migrating to the north and east across much of the country.
What to expect
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Rain occasionally moderate to heavy
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Thunder and lightning activity
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F6 Which is right, fresh to strong winds, sometimes even higher.
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Blowing dust in some areas
The authority also warned of hail in some areas, especially during periods with more active cumulus clouds.
Earlier predictions had already pointed to a rainy and stormy week ahead, with thunder and the possibility of hail over parts of the UAE.
Weather pattern
Meteorologists have said that the present conditions are part of a series of waves of atmospheric instability impacting the country, not one weather event.
Several emirates have already recorded heavy rain in recent days as the authorities issued safety advisories and responded to thousands of weather-related calls.
Conditions to ease gradually
Rainfall intensity should gradually decrease by Friday night, with cloud cover and associated activity relieving much of the country.
The NCM said in a statement that it is monitoring developments around the clock and will provide further updates as conditions change.
Residents are encouraged to check official sources for news and heed advice, particularly in conditions of heavy rain, poor visibility and high winds.
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