UAE Prepares for Cooler Weather and Rainfall as Winter Approaches
The UAE is bracing for a shift in weather as a low-pressure system moves in from the north, signaling the onset of the autumn-to-winter transition. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society, anticipates that this atmospheric shift will lead to significantly cooler temperatures, with coastal regions expected to see nighttime lows drop to around 20°C or 21°C by the weekend. Daytime highs are also projected to settle into a more comfortable range of 30°C to 31°C, marking the arrival of the traditional "Al Duroor" winter season, which is set to begin in late November.
Beyond the cooling trend, residents should prepare for unsettled conditions throughout the mid-week period. The interaction between a surface low-pressure system and moist air masses is expected to trigger rainfall, with the heaviest downpours likely hitting mountainous regions and inland areas. While the NCM suggests that the most intense weather will taper off by Thursday afternoon, lingering cloud cover and gusty winds could persist through Friday, offering a brisk and refreshing start to the weekend across the country.