UAE weather: Dubai and Abu Dhabi set for sunshine and heat

Temperatures in Dubai will reach 44°C and 43°C in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, U.A.E., February 12, 2019. Sunny but chilly weather at the Corniche.
-- (Probable Big Picture) Watersports enthusiasts enjoy the beautiful weather.
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Reporter:   Mustafa AlRawi
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On Monday, the UAE is set to see sunshine with some clouds at times, with temperatures hitting the mid to late forties.

The National Centre for Meteorology forecasts temperatures in Abu Dhabi will range from 30°C to 43°C, with 31°C to 44°C in Dubai.

The weather bureau says winds will be light to moderate north-westerly to south-westerly, blowing up dust over some exposed areas.

Inland and by the coast, humidity could reach as high as 85 per cent, while in mountain areas it should be up to 65 per cent.

Conditions are expected to be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.