- Location: UAE, with rain chances mainly in eastern, southern, northern and some inland areas
- Organisation: National Centre of Meteorology (NCM)
- Status: Forecast issued for Thursday, August 13, with outlook through Monday
- Who is affected: Residents, commuters, motorists, outdoor workers and visitors
- Business impact: Heat and humidity could affect outdoor operations and activities
- What’s next: More cloud development and light rain are possible in parts of the UAE through Sunday
The UAE weather forecast for Thursday, August 13, brings a mix of extreme heat and possible rain, with temperatures expected to reach 49°C in internal areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Coastal areas could see highs of up to 46°C, while eastern and southern parts of the country may see convective clouds and afternoon rainfall.
The NCM also expects humidity to rise overnight and on Friday morning in some coastal areas, creating a chance of mist. The unsettled pattern could continue through the weekend, with further light rain possible in northern and eastern parts of the UAE.
Where could UAE temperatures reach 49°C?
The highest temperatures are expected away from the coast.
According to the NCM’s latest five-day bulletin, internal areas could record maximum temperatures between 44°C and 49°C, while coastal areas and islands are expected to reach between 40°C and 46°C.
Mountain areas will be comparatively cooler, with temperatures ranging from 32°C to 38°C.
Minimum temperatures will also remain high. Internal areas could see lows between 27°C and 32°C, while coastal locations could record between 31°C and 35°C.
For residents, this means the heat will remain a major factor during the afternoon, even where clouds or rain develop.
Which parts of the UAE could see rain?
The NCM expects the weather to be fair to partly cloudy at times on Thursday, with convective clouds likely to develop eastward and southward during the afternoon.
These clouds could be associated with rainfall. The forecast does not indicate that rain will affect the entire country, so conditions are likely to vary significantly between regions.
The possibility of rain is particularly relevant for areas closer to the UAE’s eastern and southern regions, where summer cloud development can occur under the right atmospheric conditions.
The NCM’s wider forecasting network includes weather stations, radar and satellite monitoring systems across the UAE, allowing it to track changing conditions and issue updated forecasts and warnings.
Could mist form in coastal areas?
Yes. The NCM expects humidity to increase overnight and into Friday morning over some coastal areas, with a possibility of mist formation.
This is important for early-morning motorists because reduced visibility can make driving more challenging. While the NCM has only forecast a possibility of mist rather than widespread fog, commuters should still check the latest conditions before setting out.
Humidity will remain an important part of the weather picture as temperatures stay elevated. Coastal locations can feel particularly uncomfortable when high temperatures combine with increased moisture.
What will the UAE weather be like over the weekend?
The unsettled pattern is expected to continue beyond Thursday.
On Friday, August 14, conditions should be fair to partly cloudy initially. Clouds are expected to become more prominent over northern and eastern areas overnight and into Saturday morning, with a chance of light rain.
Saturday is forecast to be generally fair to partly cloudy, although humidity could increase overnight and into Sunday morning over some coastal areas, again bringing a possibility of mist.
On Sunday, August 16, partly cloudy to cloudy conditions are expected over some northern and eastern areas, with another chance of light rainfall.
The NCM’s outlook also extends into Monday, when clouds could develop eastward during the afternoon and become convective.
What about winds and sea conditions?
Winds are expected to remain light to moderate, occasionally becoming fresh.
The NCM forecasts speeds of 10 to 20 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 35 km/h across different parts of the country on Thursday.
The winds are forecast to come mainly from south-easterly to north-easterly directions.
For those heading to the coast, sea conditions are expected to remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman. Similar slight conditions are forecast across the coming days.
Why It Matters
The combination of near-50°C temperatures, humidity and possible rain makes the next few days worth watching for UAE residents.
Outdoor workers and anyone planning afternoon activities will need to account for the heat, while motorists should stay alert for changing visibility if mist develops in coastal areas.
The forecast also offers some variety for residents looking for a break from the usual dry summer conditions. However, rain is expected only in selected areas, so it should not be treated as a nationwide change in weather.
The NCM’s daily forecasts remain the best reference as conditions can change through the day, particularly when convective clouds develop.
FAQs
How hot will the UAE be on August 13?
Temperatures are forecast to reach 44°C to 49°C in internal areas, 40°C to 46°C along the coast and islands, and 32°C to 38°C in mountain areas.
Will it rain in Dubai?
The NCM has forecast a chance of afternoon rain mainly with convective clouds developing over eastern and southern areas. Rain is not expected across the entire UAE, so Dubai’s conditions may remain mainly fair to partly cloudy.
Will there be mist in the UAE?
Some coastal areas could experience mist overnight and on Friday morning as humidity rises.
Will the UAE weather improve over the weekend?
Conditions will remain mixed. Friday and Saturday are expected to be mainly fair to partly cloudy, while northern and eastern areas could see more clouds and light rain. Sunday also carries a chance of light rainfall.
How strong will the winds be?
Winds are expected to reach 10–20 km/h, occasionally becoming fresh and reaching up to 35 km/h. Seas are expected to remain slight in the Arabian Gulf and Sea of Oman.
The UAE is set for another very hot summer day, with temperatures potentially reaching 49°C in internal areas. At the same time, afternoon rain could develop over eastern and southern parts of the country, while humidity may bring mist to some coastal areas. The NCM expects further cloud and light rain chances in parts of the UAE through Sunday.
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