Motorists are urged to drive with extra caution across the UAE as thick fog drastically lowers visibility on March 18, 2025. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issued red and yellow alerts for various regions due to severe fog affecting key roadways, impacting not just visibility but overall road safety.
Conditions have deteriorated significantly, leading to warnings about horizontal visibility particularly on major highways. Areas most affected include the Al Ain – Abu Dhabi road, Sheikh Maktoum Bin Rashid Road, and the Abu Dhabi – Dubai highway, along with other key locations such as Al Khatim, Arjan, and Al Taweelah.
The Abu Dhabi Police have joined the call for caution, advising drivers to adhere closely to changing speed limits displayed on electronic information boards. According to the authorities, "very low visibility is warned," particularly emphasized for regions like Sweihan in Al Ain and Jebel Ali, as well as Al Minhad and Al Maktoum International Airport, both situated within Dubai.
On this day, the NCM also provided insights about the broader weather conditions. They predict fair to partly cloudy skies throughout the day, with humidity expected to increase as night falls. Alongside the thermal conditions, temperatures are anticipated to range from 28°C to 33°C in internal regions and between 26°C and 30°C along coastal areas. Mountainous regions might be cooler, with temperatures dipping as low as 9°C.
At times, winds are forecasted to gust up to 35 km/h, adding another layer of complexity to driving conditions. Motorists are advised to remain vigilant, maintaining sufficient distance between vehicles and adjusting speeds accordingly as they navigate through the fog.
The updates come alongside previous trends where some parts of Dubai had experienced light to moderate rainfall, providing relief from rising temperatures experienced recently across the UAE. This variability shows the changing dynamics of the weather significantly influence daily commuting.
Throughout the various warnings issued on March 18, police and NCM officials have continuously urged drivers to prioritize safety, stating, "Motorists need to adhere to changing speed limits displayed on electronic information boards." This warning was echoed by authorities aiming to prevent accidents caused by low visibility.
With the weather report indicating increased humidity throughout the night and leading toward March 19, motorists are reminded to remain prepared and drive with caution. The NCM continues to monitor conditions and provide updates as necessary.
