The UAE is currently experiencing heavier rainfall than usual for this month, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
Parts of the country, including Ras-al-Khaimah, Fujairah, Sharjah, and Abu Dhabi, have witnessed significant downpours, with Fujairah reporting a record high rainfall. More showers are expected throughout the week, with cloudy skies prevailing.
The NCM has advised caution, especially in mountainous areas, due to the potential for floods and wet roads. The rainy season typically lasts from November to March, with short downpours and occasional thunderstorms. The highest recorded rainfall so far has been in Fujairah, at 56mm.
The country is currently under the influence of a broad area of low-pressure system, leading to varying intensity of rainfall. Additionally, northwesterly winds are expected to strengthen, potentially causing dusty conditions.
Sea conditions are anticipated to be moderate to rough in the Arabian Gulf and slight to moderate, becoming rough in the Oman Sea.
