Thick fog rolled over vast parts of the UAE on Monday, prompting police to reduce speed limits on several motorways in Abu Dhabi.
The murky weather affected areas on the coast, stretching from the capital, up to Dubai and deep inside Abu Dhabi emirate.
Abu Dhabi Police, who routinely reduce speed limits in the emirate during spells of low visibility, issued a message on social media urging motorists to drive cautiously.
The speed limit was lowered to 80 kilometres per hour on six motorways, including the road from Abu Dhabi to Al Ain.
The fog is expected to lift by 8.30am, leaving a sunny day, which could become cloudy at times.
Winds will be light to moderate and conditions in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea will be calm.
Temperatures will reach 34°C in Abu Dhabi city and 33°C Dubai, but it will be hot in the south, where the mercury will hit as high as 41°C.
Humidity will rise again overnight, raising the risk of further fog early on Tuesday, when temperatures will reach 35°C in Dubai. It will be cooler in Abu Dhabi city at 33°C.
Temperatures will jump on Wednesday, reaching 38°C in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
Fog in the UAE - in pictures
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Early morning fog causes low visibility in Dubai on January 13, 2022. Antonie Robertson / The National -
The sun rises between the city's skyscrapers. Antonie Robertson / The National -
Motorists cautiously begin their commute. Antonie Robertson / The National -
As the fog clears a few clouds can be seen in the sky. Antonie Robertson / The National -
A jogger enjoys the cooler temperatures. Antonie Robertson / The National -
Fog covers the city's iconic buildings. Antonie Robertson / The National -
Motorists make their way to work in the fog. Antonie Robertson / The National -
It was also a hazy morning along the Al Gurm Corniche in Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
Gate Tower on Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, is pictured among the haze. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
The capital's Pineapple building stands tall as day breaks. Khushnum Bhandari / The National -
Abu Dhabi's skyline is just visible in the distance. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
