Storms forecast to intensify across UAE by Thursday

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 03:49

By ARN News Staff

The heavy rain and storms affecting the country since Sunday are forecast to continue on Wednesday, before reaching a peak on Thursday and overnight into Friday.

Rain of varying intensity fell across the UAE on Tuesday, with heavy downpours, accompanied by thunder and lightning, recorded in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah.

Elsewhere, moderate to heavy rain fell in Khor Fakkan, Kalba, parts of Dubai, Dibba Fujairah, East Khor, Umm Al Qaiwain, and Hatta.

The worst of the weather is forecast for Thursday, spreading from the west to cover most of the country overnight and into Friday, with hail, damaging wind gusts, and a risk of flash flooding.

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