NCM forecasts UAE rainfall and 43°C temperatures through Thursday

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued a forecast for rainfall across parts of the UAE starting Monday, 12 October, through Thursday, 15 October, as unsettled weather patterns move across the country. The period will be characterised by convective cloud formations, blowing dust, and overnight fog in western regions. Temperature peaks and wind speeds Maximum temperatures are expected to reach 43°C in internal areas on Monday, 12 October, while coastal regions and islands will see highs of 40°C. Mountainous areas will record lower peaks of approximately 33°C. The NCM warned of fluctuating wind conditions, with light to moderate breezes potentially escalating to 45km/h in the mountains and 40km/h inland during cloud activity. The weather alert was triggered by the development of convective clouds over eastern and internal areas during the afternoon hours, which the NCM confirmed brings a direct chance of precipitation. Humidity is projected to rise significantly overnight, creating conditions for fog or mist across western coastal and internal areas by Tuesday morning. Extended rain forecast through Thursday Rain chances will persist on Tuesday, 13 October, and Wednesday, 14 October, with cloud development shifting between eastern and western districts. By Thursday, 15 October, the NCM expects convective clouds to concentrate over eastern and southern regions. Despite the inland volatility, sea conditions in the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea are forecast to remain…