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Hail Strikes Ras Al Khaimah as UAE Cold Snap Triggers Rain and Wind Alerts

The national forecaster projects a brief midweek warm-up followed by renewed rain chances in the north.

Overview

  • Ras Al Khaimah saw hail and heavy showers overnight into Monday, while Abu Dhabi and Dubai recorded light rain on Sunday.
  • The National Centre of Meteorology issued a strong-wind alert with gusts up to 45 kph through Monday night, and seas turned moderate to rough at times.
  • Temperatures fell to 4.7°C on Jebel Jais on Monday morning after last week’s 0.2°C low in the same area.
  • Fog or mist is likely during the early hours on Tuesday and Wednesday, with a slight temperature rise expected midweek before another dip.
  • Forecasters say light rain could return Thursday into Friday across northern and eastern areas, with winds near 40 kph and higher waves possible.