More than 1 million students in the UAE returned to school on Monday following the winter break. The mornings were busy, with traffic marshals actively managing traffic to ensure a smooth start to the new school term. Both parents and students adapted to the hustle and bustle outside many schools as they resumed their educational activities.
Meanwhile, the UAE experienced an unusual drop in temperatures. On Sunday, the thermometer fell to as low as 1.6°C, creating colder-than-normal conditions across many parts of the country. Meteorologists have forecasted a further slight temperature decline by the week’s end, accompanied by strong fresh winds that will enhance the cold sensation nationwide.
Authorities have advised residents to prepare for the chilly weather while the country transitions into the new academic term. This cold snap has caused temperatures in several areas to dip below typical winter ranges, making it an uncommon weather event for the UAE.
Key Points:
- Over 1 million students returned to schools after the winter break.
- Traffic marshals helped manage busy school traffic during the morning rush.
- Temperatures dropped to 1.6°C, lower than usual for the region.
- Meteorologists predict further cooling with strong winds expected.
- Residents have been advised to prepare for the ongoing cold weather.
The simultaneous start of the new school term and the unusual chilly weather created a distinctive atmosphere on roads and around schools, marking a unique beginning to the year’s educational activities.
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