UAE to see more rains next week: Will it be as heavy as recent storm?

A new weather system is expected to affect the UAE early next week, bringing light to moderate rainfall — but it will be far less intense than the storm that drenched the country this week, according to the National Centre of Meteorology.

The UAE is set to see another round of rain early next week, but forecasters say it will be significantly weaker and less disruptive than the latest storm.

NCM expert Dr Ahmad Habib said the incoming system, expected between March 31 and April 1, will have a different structure and lower moisture levels.

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“It will not be comparable to the recent system,” he noted.

What can UAE residents expect?

The new system will feature mainly:

• Stratiform (layered) clouds

• Light to moderate rainfall

• Occasional heavier showers in limited areas only

"Most of the rainfall will be light to moderate,” Habib said. “There could be some heavier rain, but only in very localised areas.”

Which areas in UAE will be most affected?

These areas are likely to be most affected:

• Southern inland regions

• Areas around Al Ain

• Some internal parts of the country

However, coastal areas are expected to see less impact overall.

No need for heightened concern

Habib said there is no need for heightened concern or major preparations at this stage, given the weaker nature of the system.

“This system has less moisture and weaker dynamics compared to the previous one,” he explained. “All predictions are based on the latest available data, and conditions can change," he said, noting that forecasts may still evolve.

Seasonal pattern continues

The recent weather, he added, is consistent with spring transition patterns in the region.

“This is a natural characteristic of this time of year,” he said. “It’s a period where warm and cold air masses interact, creating unstable conditions.”