UAE weather: Temperatures edge higher with peak near 40°C

Temperatures in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will reach the mid-30s on Saturday, while the best temperatures will nearly break 40°C.

In Dubai, the temperature will hit 35°C and Abu Dhabi is forecast see a 36°C maximum.

Along the coast and islands the maximum is likely to be 34°C with 85 per cent humidity, and the mountains are expected to hit 23°C with 60 per cent humidity.

The interior is expected to reach 39°C with up to 85 per cent humidity.

The National Centre of Meteorology said Wednesday would be fair in general and partly cloudy at times eastward.

There will be light to moderate winds.

The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea.