UAE weather: Dubai and Abu Dhabi set for more rain

Temperatures could reach 21°C in Abu Dhabi and 20°C in Dubai

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. 11 JANUARY 2020. Heavy rains in Dubai during the night caused extensive flooding at intersections within the city. Commuters and pedestrians battle high waters to get to their destinations. Traffic caused by flooding and diversions on the Umm Suqeim Str and Sheikh Zayed rad intersection heading down towards the Dubai Police Academy traffic light. (Photo: Antonie Robertson/The National) Journalist: Standalone. Section: National.
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The rain is set to continue on Friday across the UAE, with some showers expected over coastal, northern and eastern areas.

Temperatures are expected to mainly decrease around the emirates, and could drop to 21°C in Abu Dhabi and 20°C in Dubai, the NCM said.

Wind speeds may reach 45kmph by the coast and in mountainous regions.

The relative humidity will increase by night and Saturday morning over some inland areas, the weather bureau said.

The sea will be rough in the morning, becoming moderate in the Arabian Gulf and moderate to rough in the Sea of Oman.