UAE weather: Dubai and Abu Dhabi set for hot, humid Thursday

It could reach 44°C in Abu Dhabi and in Dubai

Clear skies are in store for the UAE. Chris Whiteoak / The National

It will be a hot and humid day in the UAE on Thursday, with some clouds.

Clouds are likely to form in the east and south by afternoon, the National Centre of Meteorology said.

Humidity will rise on Thursday night and Friday morning, with some mist forming.

Light to moderate winds will cause blowing dust and sand.

The weather bureau expects it to reach up to 44°C in Abu Dhabi and 44°C in Dubai.

It will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and in the Sea of Oman.