DUBAI — As the summer season tightens its grip across the Arabian Peninsula, the United Arab Emirates recorded its highest temperature of the year so far, with the mercury soaring to a blistering 48.6°C.
According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the record-breaking temperature was officially logged on Friday afternoon in Tawiyeen, an inland area located within the mountainous emirate of Fujairah. The surge in temperature marks a significant spike as the country transitions into peak summer, characterized by intense dry heat and shifting wind patterns.
Inland Regions Bear the Brunt
While coastal cities like Dubai and Sharjah recorded relatively lower ambient temperatures hovering around 40°C, internal and mountainous areas like Tawiyeen experienced extreme thermal conditions. The NCM noted that a combination of south-easterly land breezes and localized geographical factors contributed to the sharp spike in the eastern region.
Other internal regions, including Al Ain and Liwa, also reported high daytime temperatures ranging between 43°C and 44°C. Meteorologists state that these sharp spikes are typical for early June as the region begins to feel the full impact of summer solar radiation.
Heat and Dust Advisory Issued
The weather bureau has urged residents, particularly those working outdoors or traveling through open desert areas, to take necessary precautions against heat exhaustion. Alongside the soaring temperatures, fresh winds blowing across the country have triggered localized dust and sandstorms, temporarily reducing horizontal visibility.
Health authorities routinely advise the public to stay hydrated, avoid direct prolonged sunlight exposure during peak hours between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM, and monitor official weather updates.
