Temperatures across parts of the UAE have dropped to near freezing, with a low of 1.6°C recorded in some inland areas, according to reports from the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). While the cold snap has caught the attention of residents, forecasters say overall temperatures are expected to fall only slightly in the coming days.
Temperatures across parts of the UAE have dipped close to freezing, with a low of 1.6°C recorded in some inland areas, according to reports from the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). While the cold snap has caught the attention of residents, forecasters say overall temperatures are expected to fall only slightly in the coming days.
The NCM said daytime temperatures across much of the country will remain relatively stable, with only a marginal decline expected. However, residents are likely to feel colder than usual, as fresh northwesterly winds move across the UAE, increasing wind chill—particularly during the early morning and nighttime hours.
Near-freezing conditions are most common in desert and mountainous regions during winter, especially under clear skies and calm overnight conditions that allow heat to escape rapidly. Coastal and urban areas typically remain warmer, though the added wind can make evenings and mornings noticeably brisk.
Despite the cold overnight lows, daytime highs are forecast to stay within the seasonal average, offering some relief once the sun rises. The NCM has not issued warnings of extreme weather but has advised residents, especially those travelling through desert or mountainous areas, to be mindful of changing conditions and reduced temperatures after dark.
For many residents, the sudden chill has been a reminder that UAE winters, while short, can still bring dramatic temperature swings. Social media users have shared images of misty mornings, fog patches, and bundled-up early commuters, reflecting how unusual cold conditions feel in a region better known for heat.
As winter continues, meteorologists say brief cold spells are not uncommon, but prolonged freezing conditions remain unlikely. Still, with winds expected to persist, residents may want to keep an extra layer handy—particularly during early starts or late-night outings.
Feeling the chill already? Temperatures can vary widely across the country, so checking local forecasts remains the best way to stay prepared.
Near-freezing conditions are most common in desert and mountainous regions during winter, especially under clear skies and calm overnight conditions that allow heat to escape rapidly. Coastal and urban areas typically remain warmer, though the added wind can make evenings and mornings noticeably brisk.
Despite the cold overnight lows, daytime highs are forecast to stay within the seasonal average, offering some relief once the sun rises. The NCM has not issued warnings of extreme weather but has advised residents, especially those travelling through desert or mountainous areas, to be mindful of changing conditions and reduced temperatures after dark.
For many residents, the sudden chill has been a reminder that UAE winters, while short, can still bring dramatic temperature swings. Social media users have shared images of misty mornings, fog patches, and bundled-up early commuters, reflecting how unusual cold conditions feel in a region more commonly associated with heat.
As winter continues, meteorologists say brief cold spells are not uncommon, but prolonged freezing conditions remain unlikely. Still, with winds expected to persist, residents may want to keep an extra layer handy – particularly during early starts or late-night outings.
Feeling the chill already? Temperatures can vary widely across the country, so checking local forecasts remains the best way to stay prepared.
