UAE weather: Dubai and Abu Dhabi set for hot and dusty Thursday

Winds could cause blowing sand at times

Dusty and windy conditions in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Weather conditions in Dubai on Thursday will be mostly clear and sunny with a moderate breeze.

Temperatures are due to peak at 42°C shortly after midday, accompanied by winds of up to 25kph.

The forecast for Abu Dhabi promises a similar day of clear skies and occasional breezes.

Temperatures are also predicted to hit 42°C in the afternoon, with lighter winds of around 21kph.

The National Centre of Meteorology is predicting fair conditions for the UAE in general, but said moderate winds could pick up sand and dust at times.

Night time temperatures could drop to around 35°C in Dubai and Abu Dhabi over the course of Tuesday night and the early hours of Wednesday morning.