UAE Weather Update: Red Alert for Dense Fog, Dusty Conditions Likely Across Emirates
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Fatima Saif
- . January 4, 2026
- . Update: January 4, 2026 5:20 pm
The UAE Weather Update reports alarming weather developments as the authorities provide a red warning on fog in UAE and dusty skies expected that are likely to occur in the area. Major metropolises such as Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Al Ain have been warned by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) that the visibility is decreasing due to the thick fog thereby alerting residents about the risks of traffic accidents and advisory warnings. Dust and wind may also become a part of everyday life, traveling, and outdoor activities along with the fog. This article disaggregates the current weather, safety measures, and the expected weather in the next few days among residents.
Red Alert for Fog Sweeping the Emirates
In the latest UAE Weather Update, the NCM has provided a red alert on dense fog in UAE, especially in the early morning. The visibility as a result of this weather phenomenon has dropped to as low as 1,000 meters in certain places necessitating precautionary measures by authorities. Abu Dhabi Police even reduced the speed through temporarily closing major highways on the excuse of facilitating the safety of the motorists in the light of unusually poor visibility.
The city officials and traffic authorities are encouraging drivers to be extra careful, keep safe distances and be strict with posted speed limits. The fog will then continue till mid-morning with the likelihood of a repeat of the foggy effects within the next few days as the moisture level is still high.
Dusty Skies Expected After Fog Clears
Following the heavy fog, the UAE Weather Update forecasts dusty skies expected to cover some of the country. Northwest winds are predicted to increase in intensity carrying fine dust particles and generating haze. Open spaces might become even more obscured, and the number of PM in the air might rise.
Citizens with respiratory problems, allergy, or asthma are advised to act cautiously and spend less time outside in the time of maximum dust development. Wearing masks and closed windows can be used in reducing the effects of dust on health and comfort.
Impact on Travel and Daily Life
The fog in UAE and dusty skies are presumed to be combined and will have some effects on travelling. Low visibility can slow down the morning commuters who will have to reschedule their trips by land whereas the dust can influence the air travel timetable. Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports can also conduct extra safety checks or delay until the safety of passengers is guaranteed.
The passenger services are also suggesting passengers to anticipate additional time of transport particularly during morning hours and afternoon hours where the conditions of the fog and dust are likely to be the worst.
Safety Tips for Residents
In order to remain safe in this evolving weather, it is advisable by the authorities to:
- Low-beam headlights during fog have been found to drive very slowly.
- The use of windows and vents should be closed in dusty situations.
- Semiautomated indoor air quality, such as air conditioning with clean filters.
- Monitoring the local weather patterns by NCM advisory.
These measures are necessary to be able to go through the fog in UAE and the dusty skies expected during the forecast.
Looking Ahead: What to Expect
Going forward, the UAE Weather Update recommends that later in the day, the fog will possibly be cleared, but the humidity and dust will continue to have a say throughout the weekend. The winds are expected to change and this will bring about clear and dusty weather. Meteorologists advise locals to monitor and be ready due to the changes in the weather.
