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NCM Forecasts High Humidity and Rough Seas Across UAE Coastal Regions

By 19Network Editorial Team · Jun 3, 2026 · 2 min read

NCM Forecasts High Humidity and Rough Seas Across UAE Coastal Regions

The National Center of Meteorology warns of overnight humidity spikes and deteriorating sea conditions in the Arabian Gulf.

The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a weather forecast for the UAE, predicting a significant rise in humidity levels across coastal and internal regions. The increase in moisture is expected to continue through Thursday morning, potentially leading to mist formation in several areas, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Maritime Safety Warnings Marine conditions in the Arabian Gulf are projected to shift from moderate to rough by Wednesday night. Authorities have advised caution for maritime activities as wave heights increase. Conversely, the Sea of Oman is expected to remain slight to moderate, providing calmer conditions for vessels in that region. Wind and Temperature Trends The NCM report indicates that skies will remain clear to partly cloudy throughout the week. Winds are forecast to be light to moderate, blowing from the northwest and northeast at speeds of 10 to 25 km/h, with occasional gusts reaching 35 km/h over the sea. These wind patterns are typical for this period but may contribute to the rising humidity seen in the evenings. Temperatures will remain consistent with seasonal averages, though the high humidity may increase the perceived heat index for…