• The UAE recorded a new May temperature high of 51.6°C, following a previous record of 50.4°C.
• Most recent temperature readings were taken in Sweihan, Al Ain.
• The temperature is close to the highest ever recorded in the UAE of 52°C.
• This pattern of increasing temperatures raises concerns about climate change impacts.
• Authorities issued warnings for public safety in extreme heat conditions.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) reached a record high of 51.6 degrees Celsius on May 25, 2025, breaking its previous May temperature record just a day after recording 50.4 degrees Celsius. This latest record was documented in Sweihan (Al Ain) at 13:45 local time, according to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), which emphasized that these temperatures are among the highest ever recorded in the region since they began tracking them in 2003 according to Indiatimes, TRT Global, and Dawn.

Prior to this event, the UAE had documented its hottest April on record, with average daily highs of 42.6 degrees Celsius. This sudden spike in temperature raises concerns regarding climate change, as the National Center of Meteorology noted that the heat has intensified, particularly in the early part of the year, affecting daily life across the UAE, including complaints of struggling vehicle air conditioning in Dubai according to Indiatimes, TRT Global, and Dawn.

The previous May record, set in 2009 at 50.2 degrees Celsius, has now been surpassed as the UAE grapples with extreme weather conditions that pose significant risks to public health and agriculture. The NCM has advised residents to stay hydrated and avoid direct sun exposure to mitigate health risks from the heat according to Indiatimes, TRT Global, and Dawn.