Parts of the UAE are set for more fog next week with further rain also forecast.
Authorities issued safety alerts to drivers throughout this week as early morning fog hampered visibility on the roads.
The National Centre of Meteorology, in its latest five-day bulletin, said there was a chance of fog and mist over internal and coastal areas from Monday to Wednesday.
Abu Dhabi Police typically lower speed limits on the capital's roads during periods of dense fog.
The weather centre said there was “a probability” of rainfall in northern and coastal areas.
Although conditions are set to be unsettled, UAE residents will benefit from cooler temperatures in the days ahead.
The mercury typically drops significantly from December to March during the country's winter season.
The NCM said day temperatures will peak at 26°C in Abu Dhabi from Monday to Thursday, dropping to as low as 16°C in the evenings.
In Dubai, temperatures are forecast to hit a high of 27°C during the day on Monday, falling to 25°C on Thursday.
Evening temperatures in Dubai will drop to 17°C by Thursday, the bureau said.
Fog in the UAE – in pictures
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Hazy morning at central Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Hazy morning at central Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Hazy morning at central Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Hazy morning at central Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Hazy morning at central Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Foggy morning along the E11 highway in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National -
Morning fog greets residents and commuters of Dubai. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National -
The poor weather for driving is expected to improve later this morning, leaving a mainly sunny day. -
The morning fog is expected to last throughout the weekend. -
From Friday to Sunday, nights will be humid, with fog in the early mornings. -
The National Centre of Meteorology issued a fog alert for all of the Abu Dhabi emirate, plus parts of Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah. -
The high humidity in early October should drop off later in the month. -
All road users must be alert in the conditions. -
Visibility was extremely poor in some areas. -
Keeping a safe distance from vehicles in front of you is even more paramount in treacherous weather.
