Dubai: The UAE will remain hot on Thursday, October 1, with temperatures expected to reach 44°C in some parts of the country as winds strengthen at times and raise blowing dust, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).
The forecast calls for fair to partly cloudy conditions, with clouds developing over eastern parts of the UAE. Some of these clouds could become convective during the afternoon, creating a possibility of rainfall in eastern areas.
Temperatures across the country are expected to range between 24°C and 44°C. Dubai is forecast to reach around 42°C, while Abu Dhabi is expected to record a high of about 38°C.
Winds could raise dust
Winds will generally be light to moderate but are expected to freshen at times. The stronger winds could stir up dust, particularly in exposed and open areas.
For motorists, dusty conditions can reduce visibility, particularly where winds become stronger. Drivers should take care when travelling through areas affected by blowing dust.
The latest forecast also indicates that sea conditions will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf, while the Oman Sea could become rough at times.
Humidity and mist possible overnight
Humidity is expected to increase overnight and into Friday morning, particularly over some western areas. The NCM forecast includes a possibility of mist forming during this period.
The combination of daytime heat, shifting cloud cover and overnight humidity means weather conditions may vary considerably between inland, coastal and eastern parts of the country.
Eastern UAE could see cloud development
Eastern areas are expected to see the most noticeable cloud development during Thursday afternoon. The clouds could become convective, bringing a chance of rainfall to some locations.
This pattern is consistent with recent UAE forecasts in which eastern and southern areas have been more prone to afternoon cloud development and occasional rain while high temperatures continue elsewhere.
The broader weather picture remains one of lingering summer heat, with dust-producing winds and localised cloud activity occurring alongside high temperatures.
For residents, the main weather factors to watch on Thursday are the 44°C peak temperature, blowing dust, eastern cloud development and the possibility of overnight mist.
What will the UAE temperature be on October 1, 2026?
Temperatures are forecast to range from 24°C to 44°C across the UAE. Dubai could reach 42°C and Abu Dhabi around 38°C.
Will it be dusty in the UAE?
Yes. Winds are expected to freshen at times and may cause blowing dust, particularly in exposed areas.
Will it rain in the UAE on October 1?
Clouds may develop over eastern areas and could become convective during the afternoon, bringing a chance of rainfall in some eastern locations.
What will Dubai’s temperature be?
Dubai is forecast to reach approximately 42°C on Thursday.
What will Abu Dhabi’s temperature be?
Abu Dhabi is forecast to record a high of approximately 38°C.
Is mist expected in the UAE?
There is a possibility of mist over some western areas overnight and into Friday morning as humidity increases.
What will the sea conditions be like?
The Arabian Gulf is expected to be slight to moderate, while the Oman Sea could become rough at times.
