A hot weekend is forecast ahead of the Eid Al Aha holiday with temperatures expected to peak at 46°C inland.
Conditions will be hot in general with partial cloud forming over some areas along the east coast by the afternoon.
Light to moderate winds will lessen stuffy conditions but may also pick up blowing dust and sand over more exposed areas of the country.
Those planning to go camping or travel to another emirate during the Eid holiday should be wary of poor visibility along motorways.
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Humidity will increase overnight — peaking at 85 per cent — with potential mist forming in coastal and western regions of the country.
Temperatures in Abu Dhabi and Dubai will range between 29°C and 42°C. Along the east coast temperatures will range between 21°C and 34°C.
Those partaking in water sports this weekend will be faced with slight to moderate conditions in both the Arabian Gulf and Sea of Oman.
