The Shamal

A shamal is blowing over the UAE today. A shamal is a summer northwesterly wind blowing over the gulf countries often strong. This weather effect occurs anywhere from once to several times a year. The resulting wind typically creates large sandstorms. During these storms, sand sneaks into the villa from all over the place (nothing is sealed well here), leaving a nice, thick film of dust EVERYWHERE.

Below is a picturethat Elle took of the sun. Looks like the moon, huh?