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Saudi Gazette
6 hours ago
- Climate
- Saudi Gazette
NCM forecast: Hot to extremely hot weather expected at holy sites during Hajj
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) announced that the expected weather conditions in the holy sites during this year's Hajj will be hot to extremely hot. Maximum temperatures are expected to range between 40 and 47 degrees Celsius, and minimum temperatures range between 27 and 32 degrees Celsius. The humidity levels are expected between 15 percent and 60 percent. The CEO of NCM Dr. Ayman Ghulam indicated that winds will be northerly to northwesterly at speeds ranging from 25 to 35 km/h, with dust-raising, which may lead to reduced horizontal visibility, especially in open areas and highways. He noted the possibility of thunderstorms forming in the highlands of Taif, extending their impact to the holy sites during the period from Dhul Hijjah 8 to 13, accompanied by active downwinds that stir up dust and dirt.
Gulf Today
8 hours ago
- Climate
- Gulf Today
UAE to experience rise in temperature in coming days, predicts NCM
Temperature is expected to rise on Thursday, while the weather will be clear in general and partly cloudy at times in the east but will be humid at night and on Friday morning in some coastal areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Light to moderate northeasterly to northwesterly winds will blow, turning to active and dust-stirring at times during the day at 10 to 25 and up to 35 km/h, while the sea will have regular waves in the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, the NCM said. The expected maximum temperature would range between 33 and 47 degrees Celsius and the minimum between 23 and 32 degrees Celsius, it added. Friday's weather is expected to be clear to partly cloudy but will be humid at night and on Saturday morning in some coastal areas. Light to moderate southeasterly to northwesterly winds will blow, turning to active at 10 to 25 and up to 40 km/h, while the sea will have regular to moderate waves but will become gradually rough on Saturday morning in the western Arabian Gulf compared to regular waves in the Sea of Oman. Saturday's weather is expected to be clear to partly cloudy and dusty at times with a drop of temperature. Light to moderate northwesterly winds will blow, turning to active and dust-stirring at times at 15 to 30 and up to 40 km/h, causing the horizontal visibility to be lower at times in open areas, while the sea will be rough in the Arabian Gulf and will have regular to moderate waves in the Sea of Oman. Sunday's weather will be clear to partly cloudy and dusty at times with a further drop in temperature but will be humid at night in some coastal and inland areas with a chance of fog or light fog. Light to moderate northwesterly winds will blow, turning to active and dust-stirring at times at 15 to 30 and up to 40 km/h, causing the horizontal visibility to be lower in some open areas, while the sea will be rough to one of moderate waves in the Arabian Gulf compared to regular waves in the Sea of Oman.
Khaleej Times
15 hours ago
- Climate
- Khaleej Times
UAE weather tomorrow: Temperatures to rise; fair to partly cloudy day expected
The weather in the UAE is expected to be fair in general and partly cloudy at times eastward on Thursday (May 29), said the National Centre of Meteorology. The NCM weather bulletin has predicted an increase in temperature while stating that it will get humid by night and Friday morning over some coastal areas. Further, expect light to moderate Northeasterly to Northwesterly winds, which will freshen at times. causing blowing of dust during daytime. The wind speed will likely be 10kmph–25kmph, reaching 35kmph. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea.
Al Etihad
16 hours ago
- Science
- Al Etihad
UAEREP approves shortlist of research proposals in its sixth cycle
28 May 2025 15:32 ABU DHABI (WAM)The UAE Research Programme for Rain Enhancement Science (UAEREP), managed by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), has announced the selection of 16 innovative pre-proposals from the 140 submissions received as part of the programme's sixth shortlist was finalised following a rigorous evaluation process conducted by the programme's International Technical Review Committee, comprising a diverse panel of experts and specialists who met virtually from May 20 to 21, 2025 to agree on the final were scored based on their alignment with the programme's core research areas, scientific excellence, potential impact, the expertise of proposers, and the extent of multidisciplinary invited proposals cover all five research thrust areas of the programme, namely, Optimised Seeding Materials, Novel Cloud Formation and/or Rain Enhancement Systems, Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Limited-Area Climate Interventions, and Advanced Models, Software, and whose pre-proposals have been shortlisted are being invited to submit full proposals by August 28, 2025. The winners of the research grants will be announced in January 2026 following a second stage of merit-based part of its sixth cycle, UAEREP offers a grant of up $1.5 million (Dh5.511 million) for each winning project proposal. The grant will be distributed among up to three innovative research projects over three years, with a maximum annual amount of $550, Abdulla Al Mandous, President of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) and the Director-General of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), said, "Through the National Centre of Meteorology, the UAE continues to lead global efforts in advancing rain enhancement research, in line with our leadership's vision to address water scarcity and promote climate resilience. "The shortlisting of pre-proposals for the UAEREP's sixth cycle reflects this ongoing commitment by supporting high-potential projects that demonstrate scientific excellence and innovation across the program's core research areas. By advancing pioneering research and fostering international collaboration, NCM is helping develop impactful solutions that reinforce the UAE's position as a global hub for rain enhancement science."Alya Al Mazrouei, Director of UAEREP, said, "The shortlisting of pre-proposals in this sixth cycle reflects UAEREP's strategic focus on identifying high-quality scientific research that aligns with the program's evolving research priorities. I extend my sincere appreciation to each member of our esteemed technical review committee for their dedication and expertise in ensuring a comprehensive and transparent evaluation of the pre-proposals. "Over the past month, the Committee's discussions emphasised the importance of scientific merit, technical feasibility, and operational scalability in identifying solutions that support international efforts to ensure water security. As we move into the next stage, I look forward to seeing these proposals evolve into impactful projects with real-world applications, further reinforcing the UAE's leadership in addressing water security challenges through scientific research."Earlier, NCM announced that the UAEREP's sixth cycle attracted 140 pre-proposals, marking a 47% increase compared to the Fifth Cycle. These submissions were received from 96 research teams and 44 individual researchers representing 48 countries across five were invited to submit innovative research proposals aligned with the program's five priority research areas, underpinning the program's 10-year roadmap, namely, Optimised Seeding Materials, Novel Cloud Formation and/or Rain Enhancement Systems, Autonomous UAS, Limited-Area Climate Interventions, and Advanced Models, Software, and who were not shortlisted will be provided with the panel's feedback and review scores as an incentive to submit for future sixth cycle drew proposals from several leading industry, academic and research institutions within the UAE and internationally, including the University of California (Irvine and Los Angeles), Columbia University, Princeton University, Victoria University, ETH Zurich, Stockholm University, Kyoto University, Tsinghua University, Politecnico di Milano, Khalifa University, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the American University of Sharjah, and GAL (Global Aerospace Logistics).Proposals were also submitted by prominent government entities, such as the National Centre for Atmospheric Research (NCAR), the Chinese Meteorological Administration's Weather Modification Centre, the South Korean National Institute of Meteorological Sciences, Brookhaven National Laboratory, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).UAEREP's sixth cycle was officially launched at the 7th International Rain Enhancement Forum (IREF), held from January 28-30, 2025. This cycle builds upon the programme's renewed vision that aims to establish UAEREP as the global hub for research, development, demonstration, and deployment of rain enhancement technologies and operations that contribute to global water security.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
LGES, Samsung to produce LFP batteries in the US with GM
South Korean electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturers LG Energy Solution (LGES) and Samsung SDI Company have agreed to install lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery production lines at their respective joint venture plants with General Motors (GM) the US, according to reports in South Korea citing people familiar with the matter. LGES' joint venture with GM, called Ultium Cells LCC, currently has two battery plants in the US, in Tennessee and Ohio, which were completed in 2024 and 2022, respectively, and produce high-nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM) batteries. GM has requested that some of the production lines be switched to cheaper LFP battery cells, to help lower its battery electric vehicle (BEV) production costs and allow it to offer a broader range of battery options in its BEVs in the North American market. GM hopes to lift its BEV sales in the region by offering both types of batteries in its vehicles, with the more expensive nickel-rich NCM batteries used mainly in its premium BEVs and LFP batteries used in its mass-market models, giving it access to a broader customer base. The US automaker is understood to be planning to offer LFP batteries in five of its seven existing BEV models, including the Chevrolet Bolt, Equinox, Blazer and Silverado EV. LGES and GM are also developing lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) batteries, which are expected to offer good performance characteristics while retaining the low-cost advantages of LFP batteries. Ultium Cells is expected to begin production of LMR batteries in 2028. Samsung SDI has also agreed to switch some production lines at its joint venture plant in Indiana. The facility, which is scheduled to become operational in 2027, was originally designated to produce only NCM batteries, but will now also produce the cheaper LFP battery cells. "LGES, Samsung to produce LFP batteries in the US with GM" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
