UAE Weather Authority Unveils Lowest Temperature on Record

The UAE recorded its lowest temperature this morning at Jabal Mabrah mountain in Ras Al Khaimah emirate, hitting 18.6 degrees Celsius at 6:30 AM local time. The National Center of Meteorology confirmed this reading marks the coldest spot across the entire country on Thursday.

Mountain areas in the UAE regularly experience cooler temperatures than coastal cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, but readings below 19 degrees are still notable for a country known for its desert heat. Jabal Mabrah sits in the Hajar Mountains, which form a natural barrier along the UAE's eastern border with Oman.

Winter months typically bring more comfortable temperatures across the Emirates, making it peak season for outdoor activities and tourism. The cooler weather also reduces energy costs for residents and businesses that rely heavily on air conditioning during the scorching summer months when temperatures can exceed 45 degrees Celsius.

For context, this temperature reading comes as the region experiences its winter season, which runs roughly from December through February. The mountainous terrain in Ras Al Khaimah consistently produces the UAE's lowest temperatures due to higher elevation and distance from the warming effects of the Persian Gulf.