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Heavy rains have been hitting parts of the UAE with more rains expected during the week.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) announced that the country experienced rainfall of varying intensity beginning shortly after midnight.
Early birds in Dubai also reported witnessing the showers on Sunday.
The Storm Centre social media account posted videos showing intense rainfall and flooding in Fujairah, where vehicles can be seen navigating through deep water.
Earlier yesterday, the NCM also warned community members to refrain from venturing into low-lying areas and valleys during rains. They especially advised people to avoid flood-prone areas and cautioned that coastal, northern, and eastern regions will continue to experience rainfall until at least 8.30pm.
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Rain forecast in coming week
In this week, coastal, northern, and eastern areas may continue to experience rainfall between Monday and Thursday. The sea will be moderate to rough at times in the Arabian Gulf and slight to moderate in the Oman Sea.
According to a statement from the NCM, “The country is affected by an extension of surface low pressure from the East with an extension of upper air low pressure. This is accompanied by a Jet stream (narrow bands of strong wind that generally blow across the globe). Convective clouds are scattered especially over Eastern and Northern areas associated with light to moderate rainfall and heavy over limited areas.”
Residents enjoy outdoor weather
Meanwhile, UAE residents have been enjoying the rainfall in various ways, taking advantage of the cool temperature and pleasant weather by exploring the outdoors.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) even issued yellow and orange alerts for rainfall, over coastal and some internal regions on Sunday.
But residents have already headed out to the mountains for various outdoor activities as many enjoy the rain on their way.
From camping to enjoying a staycation or exploring parks
Khaleej Times caught up with a few such residents who are taking advantage of the dip in temperatures.
UAE resident and avid camper Favas Thaniyeppil said, “I went to Jebel Jais in Ras-al-Khaimah where it was drizzling. The weather was so pleasant. Then later on Saturday, we went camping with a large group of 20-25 people. It was really nice. We always wait for this time of the year. The weather is not hot it’s neither too cold, just perfect.”
After experiencing the rugged wilderness of the scenic stay, he then headed to another winter hot spot in the UAE.
He continued, “We later went camping with a group of 20-25 people at Masfut in Ajman. Now we are going to the Hatta Dam for kayaking. These are the perks of the good weather here when you can do outdoor activities for extended periods.”
Families have also started unwinding by checking into swank hotels offering plenty of fun activities where all age groups remain busy.
American expat in the UAE, Natalia Miranda said, “When the temperature cools down, we always like to do staycations, and while we are working from the room sometimes, we take full advantage of the beautiful Dubai weather. This weekend we are at the Westin Mina Seyahi for a staycation.”
“Although we didn’t see the rain here, but the weather is perfect today. Usually what happens in the mornings is that the beach can get too sunny and then one starts feeling hot. But contrary to that, the soothing breeze in the morning today, actually felt as if it was caressing our skin, as we walked along the sandy shore,” she added.
“It’s been amazing since yesterday. We have been lounging on the beach, my seven-year-old son has been getting in and out of the water, playing there. Last night we had dinner by the beach at a restaurant in the hotel. That too seemed perfect.”
According to a map shared by the NCM, the rain alert covered parts of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and other emirates until 8.30pm on Sunday.
Police warn motorists
Abu Dhabi Police also took to X to warn motorists to exercise caution while driving in the rain and to pay attention to changing speed limits, which can be seen on electronic signs along the road.
American expat Shukri Deria who has two school-aged children said, “The season for outdoor activities has started and it’s lovely. This morning the kids have classes but the plan in the afternoon is that they go to the park, explore the great outdoors with my husband, and play basketball. Winter months make a great time for open-air activities and sightseeing.”
“The rain is always refreshing and welcoming for UAE residents. But it was a quick rain today in Abu Dhabi — maybe one that lasted only for 10 minutes. But it felt really nice and later it was followed by abundant sunshine.”
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