Hot, Dusty Winds and Rain Likely in Eastern, Southern Areas: UAE Weather, August 7
- Publish date: Thursday، 07 August 2025 Reading time: 1 min read
Expect temperatures nearing 49°C, gusty winds, and a chance of rain with dust storms in parts of the UAE today.
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The UAE will experience fair to partly cloudy skies on Thursday, with a chance of rainfall in eastern and southern regions by the afternoon. The showers may come with convective cloud formation, causing gusty winds, blowing dust, and sand—particularly in internal and mountainous areas.
Chance of Rain in Eastern, Southern UAE
Weather instability from a weak surface and upper low-pressure system is bringing the possibility of localized rainfall and dust storms this afternoon. Eastern and southern areas are most likely to see the effects.
Winds to Pick Up With Cloud Activity
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Internal areas: Winds may reach 50 km/h, stirring up sand and dust.
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Coastal & islands: Expect winds up to 35 km/h.
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Mountains: Winds could peak at 40 km/h.
All winds will blow southeasterly to northeasterly, varying in strength depending on cloud formation.
Scorching Temperatures Across the Country
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Internal areas will feel the brunt of the heat, with highs between 44°C and 49°C.
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Coastal & island regions can expect 40°C to 45°C, with high humidity.
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Mountain regions remain slightly cooler, peaking at 39°C.
Sea Conditions
The Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea will be slight to moderate, but may become rougher with increased wind activity near clouds.