The updates you need during this stormy weather in the UAE
A powerful storm system that swept across the UAE last night (March 27) has caused widespread disruption, with heavy rain, strong winds and thunderstorms impacting daily life across the country. From flooded roads to delayed flights, here’s what residents need to know regarding the UAE weather.
Flooded roads
Overnight downpours have led to significant flooding across parts of Dubai and beyond, with major roads left waterlogged and difficult to navigate. Emergency crews were deployed early this morning to deal with stranded vehicles and clear affected areas.
Authorities have warned that conditions remain unstable, with more rain expected into the evening.
According to The National the traffic disruptions are as follows:
- main roads, including Sheikh Zayed Road through Dubai and the E11 to Abu Dhabi, are largely clear, but many motorway slip roads are waterlogged and closed
- the road to Jebel Ali Freezone, in the direction of Abu Dhabi, has a heavy accumulation of water
- Al Quoz has heavy standing water on the internal roads
- streets around Mall of the Emirates are partially flooded
- the Al Jamayel Street tunnel connecting Dubai Marina to the eastern suburbs of Jumeirah Park and Jebel Ali appears to be waterlogged
- the live traffic tracker on Google shows dark red in the Al Fardan Metro and Arenco Tower area of Media City, suggesting slip roads from Sheikh Zayed Road are waterlogged
- the main road into The Greens looks heavily-waterlogged, as does First Al Khail near Saudi German Hospital
- Dubai Eye radio is reporting a number of cars floating in heavy flood waters, and that the low-lying Dubai Investment Park neighbourhood is ‘impassable’
RTA buses
The RTA has announced that bus routes may be affected due to current weather conditions
Due to the current weather conditions, #RTA informs you that some bus routes may be temporarily disrupted, to ensure passenger safety.
Thank you for your understanding. We will inform you once the service resumes.— RTA (@rta_dubai) March 27, 2026
Dubai Airport
Dubai Airport has advised passengers to allow extra time to travel to the airport and to check flight updates directly with airlines.
⚠️🌧️ Due to adverse weather conditions, please allow additional time when travelling to @DXB or DWC.⁰⁰Check your flight status directly with your airline before heading to the airport.
— DXB (@DXB) March 26, 2026
Flights
Emirates has issued an advisory for passengers flying out of Dubai International Airport, as adverse weather conditions have affected flights. Customers are urged to check their flight status before heading to the airport.
Dubai is expecting adverse weather conditions on 26 and 27 March 2026. If you’re travelling with us out of Dubai International Airport during this period:
✈️ Check the status of your flight at https://t.co/xggvnZCmrM before travelling to the airport.
⌚️Aim to arrive at least 2… pic.twitter.com/yg8CD9EXWY
— Emirates Support (@EmiratesSupport) March 26, 2026
See more here.
Delivery apps
There are delays across Dubai’s world of delivery apps too with with companies slowing or pausing operations in areas where road conditions pose risks. Careem, Deliveroo and Talabat all have notification to alert customers that deliveries could be slower.
Image: The National
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