Sunday, 11 January 2026| Dubai, UAE, [ Posted at 1:15 pm ]
The UAE weather is experiencing generally stable and changeable weather conditions today. However, there is a possibility of light rainfall in some regions. Moreover, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM stated that a gradual shift towards cooler and windier conditions is expected as the week progresses.
What will happen today?
According to official updates shared by the National Centre of Meteorology, a mix of low- and high-pressure systems affecting the region is influencing the UAE weather conditions on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Skies across the UAE are mostly fair to partly cloudy. However, low clouds could form over eastern and northern areas. As per the NCM forecast, light rainfall may occur during the daytime, especially in these regions. Moreover, similar details are highlighted in daily weather briefings shared with local media.
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Official Weather Announcement Summary
According to the National Centre of Meteorology, the current weather pattern is influenced by the following conditions:
- A weak surface low-pressure system extending from the east
- A high-pressure system advancing from the west
- A weak upper-air low-pressure system is affecting the country
These combined systems are responsible for cloud formation, humidity, and intermittent rainfall chances.
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What Has Changed?
The following changes have been noted in today’s UAE weather forecast:
- Chance of light rain in eastern and northern areas
- Rising humidity at night, increasing fog or mist chances
- Winds shifting from southeasterly to northwesterly, occasionally strengthening
- A gradual cooling trend is expected later in the week
Applicability:
- Light rain chances: Sunday daytime
- Fog/mist risk: Sunday night and early Monday
- Stronger winds and cooler temperatures: From Wednesday onwards
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Temperature & Wind Overview
Below is the UAE temperature forecast for today:
- Coastal & island areas: 23°C to 25°C
- Internal regions: Up to 27°C
- Mountain areas: 12°C to 19°C
- Abu Dhabi: High of 24°C, low of 15°C
- Dubai: High of 25°C, low of 16°C
The lowest temperature recorded over the country this morning is 6.6°C in Jais Mountain (Ras Al Khaimah) at 06:00 AM UAE Local Time.
Winds will remain light to moderate (10–25 km/h), occasionally reaching 35 km/h. In addition, they are expected to strengthen further to 40–50 km/h by mid-to-late week.
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Who should be alert?
These weather conditions are expected to affect the following people:
- Daily commuters: Reduced visibility due to fog during early mornings
- Motorists: Caution advised in fog-prone coastal and inland areas
- Fishermen & marine operators: Rough sea conditions expected later in the week
- Residents in open areas: Possible blowing dust as winds strengthen
Sea Conditions
- Arabian Gulf: Slight seas initially. Below is the tide forecast for today:
- First high tide at 18:33, the second at 07:19
- The first low tide is at 13:08, and the second at 00:10.
- They could turn moderate to rough by Wednesday night. However, they are expected to be rough to very rough on Thursday.
- Oman Sea: Slight at first, becoming moderate to rough later in the week. Below is the high and low tide forecast for today:
- The first high tide is at 17:13, and the second at 03:01
- The first low tide is at 10:26, and the second at 20:22
UAE Weather forecast for the upcoming days
You can expect the following conditions in the upcoming days:
- Stronger winds from Wednesday.
- Noticeable drop in temperatures by Thursday.
- Increased dust inland and rough marine conditions.
- Continued chances of fog or mist during early mornings.
You are advised to stay updated through the official NCM channels and follow safety advisories, especially for travel and marine activities.
Official Source
The article is written mainly on the basis of the official UAE NCM forecast. Some information is derived from the WAM News and other media portals.
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