Horse racing fans heading to this weekend's Dubai World Cup should be set for sweltering weather as temperatures are expected to hit 38°C or 40°C.
Dubai is expected to range between 35°C to 36°C during the upcoming days, but will feel more like a dizzying 38°C, according to Accuweather, with nights expected to stay warm at 26°C.
Some areas will hit a scorching 41.2°C, forecasters said, with the heat relieved slightly by a light to moderate wind. There is also a chance of morning mist formation.
The highest temperatures recorded in the country on Wednesday was 41.2°C in Mezaira, while the lowest was 10.8°C in Damtha.
Updated: March 29, 2018, 10:34 AM