Temperatures to cross 50°C in UAE this summer

By the Editorial Team · Wednesday, June 24, 2026

The United Arab Emirates is entering a summer stretch of extreme heat, with temperatures sometimes exceeding 50 degrees Celsius, especially in western areas, accompanied by high humidity nationwide. Sporadic rain showers are expected mainly in eastern and mountainous regions this week due to the seasonal "Rawayeh" weather phase, although major cities like Abu Dhabi and Dubai will likely see only cloudy skies with minimal precipitation.

As the summer season advances across the United Arab Emirates, residents are preparing for several months of extreme heat, with temperatures occasionally surpassing 50 degrees Celsius in certain regions. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecasted that the highest temperatures will primarily affect western parts of the country, while humidity levels will remain elevated nationwide.

Eisa Al Sereidi, acting head of the General Meteorology Section at the NCM, confirmed that the UAE is already experiencing typical summer weather characterized by hot and humid conditions. He emphasized that while temperatures could exceed 50 degrees Celsius at times, these spikes are expected to be short-lived rather than persistent. “Summer has already started in the UAE. The country is currently experiencing hot and humid conditions. So, temperatures are expected to remain high throughout the coming months,” Al Sereidi explained.

In addition to the heat, some areas—particularly in the eastern and mountainous regions—are likely to see sporadic rainfall during the week. This precipitation is linked to the seasonal weather phase locally referred to as “Rawayeh,” which brings an increase in convective cloud activity. Rain-bearing clouds are forecasted to form through Friday, potentially leading to scattered showers and a slight decrease in temperatures toward the weekend. Al Sereidi noted that rainfall could occur on multiple days, including Tuesday, Wednesday, and possibly Thursday, with additional showers possible thereafter.

However, major urban centers such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah may experience cloud cover without significant rainfall. According to the NCM, these cities are more likely to see overcast skies accompanied by light or minimal precipitation rather than substantial wet weather.

The combination of intense heat and occasional rain highlights the dynamic climatic conditions typical of the UAE’s summer, prompting residents to continue adjusting their daily routines to cope with high temperatures and humidity levels.

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