Weather update: Heavy rain expected across the UAE next week

The BBC forecasts rain and thunderstorms in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

The sun sets behind the Ain Dubai big wheel after the rain came down in Dubai on November 8. All pictures by Chris Whiteoak / The National

The sun sets behind the Ain Dubai big wheel after the rain came down in Dubai on November 8.

Puddles formed on the road in Dubai Marina after a swift bout of heavy rain on November 8.

The wet weather did not dampen one resident's enthusiasm for exercise.

Drivers had to contend with slippery conditions after the downpour.

Dubai's shimmering skyline is reflected in a puddle of water formed after an afternoon of rain.

Roads were flooded after a barrage of rain on Sunday afternoon.

Heavy rain is predicted to sweep across the Emirates from next Monday.

The BBC said light showers were expected in the country on December 7, with a thunderstorm forecast for the following day.

The unstable weather would persist until December 9 over some parts of Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.

Fair to partly cloudy weather is predicted across the country during the week.

Humidity is set to increase by night with chances of fog in the morning over some internal areas.

The National Centre of Meteorology said temperatures were expected to range between 28°C and 29°C in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

North-westerly winds could kick up dust clouds over some coastal and internal parts, while conditions will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman throughout the week.

Heavy rain lashed many parts of the country this month and caused flash floods in parts of the Northern Emirates.