Early morning fog disrupted parts of the UAE on Monday, causing minor delays and one flight diversion at Dubai International Airport (DXB), while authorities in Sharjah International Airport urged passengers to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
Limited Impact at Dubai International Airport
A spokesperson for Dubai Airports confirmed that overall operations at DXB remained stable despite reduced visibility during the early hours.
According to the airport operator, one flight was diverted due to fog, but no wider disruption was reported. Conditions have since improved, and airport services are continuing as normal.
Passengers were advised that while minor delays may occur during changing weather conditions, there is currently no major operational impact at Dubai’s primary aviation hub.
Sharjah Airport Issues Passenger Advisory
In neighboring Sharjah, airport authorities issued a public advisory as visibility fluctuated due to lingering mist and fog.
Through an official statement on social media, Sharjah International Airport encouraged travelers to contact their respective airlines directly to confirm flight timings before departing for the airport. Officials noted that weather conditions could affect some flight schedules.
The advisory aims to help passengers avoid inconvenience amid shifting visibility levels.
Fog Expected to Continue Through Thursday
The fog developed overnight as humidity levels increased across parts of the country. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) indicated that fog and mist are expected to persist in certain areas through Thursday.
In its latest forecast, the NCM stated that:
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Weather conditions will remain fair to partly cloudy at times.
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Humidity will rise overnight and into early Tuesday morning.
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There is a continued chance of fog or mist in coastal and inland regions.
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Temperatures are set to increase starting Tuesday.
These seasonal patterns are common during periods of elevated humidity combined with calm winds, which can significantly reduce horizontal visibility during early morning hours.
Motorists Urged to Exercise Caution
Authorities also warned drivers to remain cautious as reduced visibility affected several roads during the morning commute.
The NCM urged motorists to follow traffic safety guidelines, particularly on highways and major arterial routes, where visibility and road surface conditions contributed to multiple incidents earlier in the day.
Drivers are advised to:
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Reduce speed in low-visibility areas
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Use fog lights appropriately
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Maintain safe following distances
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Monitor official traffic and weather updates
Travel Advice for Passengers
While airport operations in Dubai are largely running as scheduled aside from the reported diversion and minor delays, passengers across the UAE are encouraged to stay informed.
Travelers should:
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Check flight status directly with airlines
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Allow extra travel time to reach airports
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Monitor official airport and meteorological updates
With weather conditions expected to evolve over the coming days, authorities continue to monitor developments to ensure passenger safety and smooth travel operations.
For now, aviation activity at Dubai International Airport remains stable, but vigilance is advised as fog conditions may continue to form during early morning hours across the country.
