UAE weather: Red alert issued for fog; temperatures to dip to 10ºC

Meteorological authorities in the United Arab Emirates have escalated weather warnings to red alert status as dense fog conditions envelop western regions, creating potentially hazardous visibility conditions for residents and travelers. The National Centre of Meteorology issued the critical advisory effective from 2:00 AM until 9:30 AM local time on December 7th, 2025.

According to the comprehensive forecast, the UAE will experience generally fair to partly cloudy conditions throughout the day, with isolated low cloud formations anticipated over western coastal areas and islands. Temperature extremes will characterize the day’s weather pattern, with maximum temperatures reaching 31ºC in some regions while internal areas may see mercury levels drop to a chilly 10ºC. Urban centers will experience more moderate ranges, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai recording highs of 30ºC and lows of 19ºC and 20ºC respectively.

Humidity levels will significantly increase during nighttime and Monday morning hours, particularly across western territories. Meteorological data indicates humidity percentages will fluctuate between 30-85% in both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, creating muggy conditions alongside the temperature variations.

Wind patterns will remain generally light to moderate throughout the affected period, blowing predominantly from southeasterly to northeasterly directions. Wind speeds are forecast to maintain 10-20 km/h ranges, occasionally gusting to 30 km/h. Maritime conditions appear calm with slight seas reported in both the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea.

The National Centre of Meteorology continues to monitor developments and advises residents to exercise caution during early morning travel, particularly in western regions where reduced visibility conditions prevail.