Rain and Dust forecast: UAE wakes up to a Cloudy Morning
Residents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi woke up to a cloudy start on Thursday, as the UAE entered another spell of unsettled weather. The National Centre of Meteorology has forecast partly cloudy to cloudy skies across the country, with chances of rainfall over scattered areas and winds that could pick up dust in open locations. Similar conditions are expected to continue over the coming days, with intermittent rain and reduced visibility possible in some areas.
At the same time, authorities have called on the public to remain cautious. Abu Dhabi Police advised drivers to pay close attention to variable speed limits shown on overhead signs, while civil defence guidance reminded residents to avoid flood-prone spots such as valleys, dams, and areas of water accumulation
Routes to Avoid During Rain in Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Dubai – Traffic Slowdown & Waterlogging prone Spots
- Al Khail Road – Particularly near Business Bay and Al Quoz stretches
- Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) – Congestion increases near Downtown Dubai and Trade Centre
- Hessa Street – Known for water accumulation and heavy traffic during rains
- Al Asayel Street (Business Bay) – Low-lying areas prone to waterlogging
- Dubai–Al Ain Road (E66) – Reduced visibility due to dust + water patches
- Jumeirah Beach Road – Surface water can slow down traffic near beachside zones
Abu Dhabi – Key Areas to Watch
- Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street (E10) – Busy corridor with slower movement during rain
- Airport Road (Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street) – Water pooling reported in past spells
- Salam Street – Traffic bottlenecks worsen with reduced visibility
- Corniche Road – Wind + rain combination can impact driving conditions
- Mussafah Industrial Area – Water accumulation in certain pockets
- Khalifa City & Mohammed Bin Zayed City internal roads – Slower drainage in residential zones
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