Dubai: Temperatures are in the low-40s today, with high humidity causing foggy conditions around the UAE.The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts fair to partly cloudy weather, with a chance of some convective cloud formation eastward and southward by afternoon, associated with rainfall.Fog aheadAccording to the NCM, humidity is expected to build up by nighttime and on Saturday morning over some coastal and internal areas, rising to 90% in these regions, leading to a high probability of mist formation in major cities, such as Abu Dhabi and Dubai.The NCM advises motorists to drive cautiously, as horizonal visibility may reduce because of the fog.Mercury in the low-40sTemperatures continue to hold steady in the low-40s across the UAE today.Coastal and island regions will experience highs between 37°C and 42°C, while internal regions will be warmer, at 41°C to 46°C.Sharjah will reach 43°C, while Dubai and Umm Al Quwain will see 42°C temperatures. Abu Dhabi and Ajman will peak at 41°C, and Ras Al Khaimah will experience 40°C weather. Fujairah will be relatively cooler, at 35°C.Blowing dust and calm seasLight to moderate northwesterly to southeasterly winds, freshening at times, and reaching strong speeds of up to 45km/h in internal regions, are expected to cause blowing dust, according to the NCM. Stay safe by limiting exposure, and avoiding open or exposed areas where strong gusts can stir up dust.Both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman will experience slight to moderate sea conditions today. The NCM forecasts waves reaching heights of two feet on-shore and up to four feet off-shore.Weekend outlookEastern regions of the country, such as Fujairah, are likely to experience rain on Saturday, with the NCM expecting temperatures across the UAE to continue their slow decline, while humidity remains high. If you’re interested in heading to the beach this weekend, the weather will be ideal, as sea conditions will continue to remain calm.Here is the complete breakdown of minimum and maximum temperatures across the Emirates today:Maximum Temp (°C) Minimum Temp (°C)Dubai 42°C 33°CAbu Dhabi 41°C 31°CAl Ain 44°C 29°CSharjah 43°C 30°CAjman 41°C 33°CFujairah 35°C 30°CRas Al Khaimah 40°C 29°CUmm Al Quwain 42°C 27°CLiwa 44°C 28°C

Dubai: Workers in the UAE intend to establish their professional roots in the country, but many remain on the margins of networks that could help them showcase their expertise and access opportunities, according to new research from LinkedIn.The research revealed that 91% of professionals in the UAE intend to continue living and working in the country over the next six to twelve months, with 66% saying they "definitely" intend to stay.This comes at a time when the UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for talent and innovation.Recent data from LinkedIn and the UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade showed that the country recorded one of the strongest post-pandemic job recovery rates in 2025 among major global markets.Preliminary data released in June 2026 also indicate a renewed recovery in employment after a period of volatility in the first half of this year.While professionals in the UAE show a serious intention to build their future in the country, many of them still do not actively participate in professional communities that could help them build and enhance their success at work.This is not due to a lack of awareness, as 96% of them said that their professional networks are important to help them keep up with changes in the world of work, but on the other hand, 74% admitted that they browse work-related content on the internet without participating in it.The research points to a clear gap between recognising the value of professional networks and knowing how to use them, with 42% of workers in the UAE saying they do not know where to start, while 41% said they do not know how to turn networking into useful professional relationships.Many of these barriers are due to social and psychological factors related to trust, as four out of ten (40%) fear being a nuisance to others or wasting their time, and 33% fear being judged.More than half, 58%, said they did not receive enough guidance on how to build professional relationships or develop their networks.But the results also suggest that professionals underestimate how willing others are to support them, with 86% saying they are willing to respond to or support someone seeking professional help, even if they do not know them personally.Skills still drive career growth opportunities in the UAE, but professional networks help the workforce demonstrate these skills in the right and useful context, enhancing relationships and success at work.While 39% confirmed that skills and experience give them the best chance of securing new job opportunities, 25% pointed to the importance of a broad professional network, and 23% to having an online presence.This is where the value of digital networks and communities really shines through, with 42% saying that online professional communities helped them expand their knowledge, while 41% said they formed a relationship that supported their career path.Najat Abdelhadi, LinkedIn’s future of work expert for the Middle East and North Africa, said: “The UAE continues to solidify its position as a destination where people come to build ambitious and long-term career paths.