The UAE National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued weather warnings covering the period January 17 to 21, 2025, alerting residents to expect fog, rainfall, and strong northwesterly winds across coastal, northern, and eastern parts of the country. Conditions are moderate overall but require specific precautions — particularly during early-morning fog and peak wind periods.
Saturday, January 18
Conditions: Partly cloudy with a tendency for rain over coastal, northern, and eastern provinces; humid mornings expected inland.
Winds: Northwesterly winds with dust, gusting between 25 and 40 km/h.
Sea: Rough in the Arabian Gulf; slight to moderate with occasionally rough conditions in the Oman Sea.
Sunday, January 19
Conditions: Misty over internal areas during the humid morning, with light rain expected in the northern and eastern parts of the country.
Winds: Moderate northwesterly, tending fresh to 40 km/h along the southern coast.
Sea: Predominantly rough in the morning, gradually decreasing to moderate in both the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea.
Monday, January 20
Conditions: Fog and mist possible in the early morning, clearing to fair to partly cloudy skies.
Winds: Light to moderate northwesterly, occasionally fresh, not exceeding 40 km/h.
Sea: Moderate to high in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea.
Tuesday, January 21: Strongest Day of the Alert
Conditions: Partly cloudy to cloudy in the north during the morning; humid conditions expected across the rest of the country.
Winds: Force 3–4 northwesters with blowing dust and sand; gusts reaching up to 50 km/h.
Sea: Moderate to strong in the Arabian Gulf and rough in the Oman Sea.
Safety Advisory
Authorities urge residents to exercise caution during periods of fog and high winds. Drivers are advised to reduce speed, use headlights in low-visibility conditions, and stay updated on NCM forecasts before travelling or engaging in outdoor activities during this five-day weather alert period.
