The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued red and yellow alerts across various regions in the UAE due to thick fog, significantly reducing visibility. Motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution, particularly in areas where fog is prevalent. The Abu Dhabi Police has temporarily lowered speed limits on certain roads and urged drivers to adhere to the updated limits displayed on electronic boards. The weather forecast predicts fair to partly cloudy conditions, with convective clouds expected in the east and south by the afternoon. Humidity is likely to increase by night and early Friday morning, particularly in coastal and internal areas, potentially leading to fog or mist formation. Temperatures are set to vary widely, with mountainous regions experiencing lows of 18ºC, while internal areas could see highs of 39ºC. In Dubai, temperatures will range between 28ºC and 35ºC, Sharjah between 25ºC and 37ºC, and Abu Dhabi between 27ºC and 36ºC. Light to moderate winds are expected, occasionally freshening throughout the day.
UAE weather: Red alert issued for thick fog; temperatures to dip to 18ºC in some areas
