Meteorological authorities have forecasted potential light rainfall across select coastal and northern regions of the United Arab Emirates for Monday, January 19, 2026. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) indicates a shift in weather patterns characterized by partly cloudy to overcast skies in these areas.
Wind patterns are expected to remain light to moderate, originating from southeasterly to northeasterly directions. Wind speeds will typically range between 10-25 km/h, with occasional gusts reaching up to 35 km/h. Concurrently, temperatures across the Emirates will witness a gradual increase, marking a shift from recent conditions.
Temperature projections reveal Abu Dhabi reaching a daytime high of 25°C with an overnight low of 15°C. The emirates of Dubai and Sharjah will experience similar warming trends, with maximum temperatures of 24°C and minimums of 16°C and 13°C respectively.
Maritime conditions in both the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea are anticipated to remain calm with slight wave activity, presenting favorable conditions for maritime operations and coastal activities. The NCM continues to monitor atmospheric developments and will provide updates as necessary.