Khaleej Times

Hazy, dusty weather expected for Eid days

- dhanusha@khaleejtim­es.com Dhanusha Gokulan

dubai — Weather conditions during the Eid Al Fitr weekend are predicted to be hazy, partly cloudy, and dusty. The National Centre of Meteorolog­y (NCM) has predicted fresh winds, causing gusts of dust and sand, especially during the daytime.

Official sources at the NCM revealed the official weather report for the Eid weekend will be released late only on Tuesday (June 12). However, according to a fiveday online weather forecast on the National Centre of Meteorolog­y (NCM) website, starting Tuesday the weather is expected to be hazy, cloudy, and dusty all the way till Friday, June 15.

A forecaster also said, “From June 12 to Friday, June 15, fresh Westerly to Northweste­rly winds

will cause blowing of dust and sand, especially in the mornings.” The weather may put a dampener on residents who plan on enjoying Eid with their families in the outdoors.

Given the high levels of humidity, many residents Khaleej Times spoke to are planning a quiet Eid at home with their families.

The seas are expected to the rough in the Arabian Gulf, especially in the northern Emirates and moderate and rough at times in the Gulf of Oman. “On Tuesday, June 12, the weather is expected to be fair to hazy in general. However, there could be the prevalence of dust throughout,” he added.

On Thursday, June 14, the weather is expected to be hazy and partly cloudy. Temperatur­es for the next three days are expected to be at a maximum of 43 to 48°C, and a minimum of 28 to 33°C. Humidity in the internal areas will be at a maximum of 55 to 80 per cent and a minimum of 10 to 25 per cent.

Speaking to Khaleej Times about their Eid plans, Nabeela Shareef, a Sharjah-based teacher said, “Eid Al Fitr is generally family-time. My parents, relatives and some friends will meet for lunch. We didn’t make any plans outside, especially when it is so hot and humid.”

Another resident, Ajmal Riyaz, said, “I plan on lunch at home with my wife and kids. When the weather is good, we do picnic in the parks, but not this time.”

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