More heavy rain swept through Masafi on Tuesday as the unsettled weather continued to affect the northern regions of the UAE.
A whirlwind of dust was also seen in Masafi, which borders Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah at the foot of the Hajar Mountains, with Storm Centre, a popular online UAE weather-tracking account, posting footage of hailstorms in the area.
The National Centre of Meteorology said more rainfall could be in store across eastern, western and southern areas until Thursday.
The bureau on Tuesday issued a yellow alert, warning of rain and strong winds which could pick up dust and dump it on eastern and western parts of the Emirates.
Summer temperatures rise
While more unsettled weather is expected in some areas, clear skies and high temperatures are in store for Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
The NCM's online weather map predicts daytime temperatures to peak at 43°C in Abu Dhabi and 42°C in Dubai on Wednesday.
The mercury is set to rise significantly in both emirates as the week progresses and summer season gets in full swing.
A sharp rise in temperatures is expected from Thursday to Saturday, with 46°C forecast for Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Even hotter days are on the way in Al Ain, with temperatures poised to hit 48°C on Friday and 49°C on Saturday.
