Steaming temperatures soar to 50.1 degrees Celsius in Al Ain, reflecting the impending summer heat zenith in UAE.
Sizzling Ain Takes UAE Temperature Record to a Scorching 50.1oC
It's no chill afternoon in the UAE, least of all in Al Ain, where the mercury soared to a sweltering 50.1oC on Friday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). This unforgiving heat surpasses the previous record of 50.8oC recorded on June 9 in Sweihan—a record that's still in Sweihan's top hat, so to speak.
As the nation braces for this year's summer heat peak, residents are being urged to take heat-related precautions, especially for vulnerable groups like the elderly, children, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses. After all, extended exposure to extreme temperatures can lead to some serious, no-good heat-related health conditions.
To stay cool and avoid sunstroke during these scorched days, Khaleej Times has got you covered with a comprehensive guide on navigating summer safely. Check it out here. For updates on the heat and everything else under the Arabian sun, follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
Last month, the country got a hefty dose of heat, experiencing its hottest May in over two decades. In an interview with Khaleej Times, meteorologist Dr Ahmed Habib said, "On May 24, temperatures in Sweihan hit an alarming 51.6oC—the hottest May day the UAE has seen since records began in 2003." What makes this heat more unsettling is that it's not just the peak temperatures escalating but also the duration each day that the heat lingers. As the good doctor noted, "On an average, temperatures are now more than 1.5oC higher than usual."
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FYI:- Al Yasat Island on Abu Dhabi's coast holds the highest recorded temperature in the UAE since documentation began in 2003 with a blistering 52oC in 2010.- In May 2025, Sweihan saw a temperature of 51.6oC on May 25, and the capital, Abu Dhabi, recorded 50.4oC on May 24, breaking the previous May record of 50.2oC in 2009.- The hottest temperature recorded in Dubai specifically is 50.1oC, registered in July 2023.
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- In addition to the scorching temperatures, cases of food poisoning have reportedly spiked in the UAE, according to some doctors, highlighting the importance of observing food safety during hot weather.
- The UAE set a new record for the highest temperature ever recorded in Sweihan on May 25, 2025, with a reading of 51.6oC, beating the previous record set in 2009.
- The weather in the UAE isn't the only record-breaking news; recently, Al Yasat Island on Abu Dhabi's coast recorded a blistering 52oC in 2010, the highest temperature ever recorded in the country.
- Amidst concerns about climate change and long-term weather patterns, it's worrying to note that peak temperatures are not only getting higher but also lingering for longer each day.
- As the UAE grapples with record temperatures and heat-related health risks, it's crucial for residents to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and health during the summer months.
