UAE braces for astronomical summer as temperatures near 50°C, with Sweihan hitting 49.4°C and forecasts warning of hotter days and rising humidity ahead.

UAE temperatures to reach 46°C inland as humidity climbs, with fog or mist expected overnight and early Friday in some areas, NCM warns.

UAE weather forecast: Hot, largely settled conditions with highs up to 46°C and rising night-time humidity bringing chances of mist or fog in coastal areas.