Best Time to Visit Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is December to March, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. August is the hottest month, with average highs of 39°C (103°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 18°C (64°F). It's a dry place, with only about 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain in a typical year. August is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the heat.
Abu Dhabi weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C 73°F | 18°C 64°F | 14 mm | 2 | 65% | 6.6 | Excellent 10 |
| February | 24°C 75°F | 18°C 65°F | 12 mm | 1 | 64% | 7.4 | Excellent 10 |
| March | 27°C 80°F | 21°C 69°F | 14 mm | 2 | 62% | 7.5 | Excellent 10 |
| April | 31°C 87°F | 24°C 75°F | 7 mm | 2 | 58% | 7.6 | Excellent 8.4 |
| May | 35°C 95°F | 28°C 82°F | 4 mm | 0 | 59% | 10 | Fair 5.9 |
| June | 37°C 99°F | 30°C 86°F | 4 mm | 1 | 62% | 10.5 | Fair 4.6 |
| July | 39°C 101°F | 32°C 90°F | 1 mm | 0 | 60% | 8.1 | Poor 3.6 |
| August | 39°C 103°F | 33°C 91°F | 5 mm | 1 | 56% | 8.5 | Poor 3.3 |
| September | 37°C 99°F | 31°C 88°F | 5 mm | 0 | 58% | 9.6 | Poor 4.4 |
| October | 34°C 93°F | 29°C 83°F | 3 mm | 0 | 57% | 9.3 | Fair 6.3 |
| November | 30°C 85°F | 25°C 77°F | 7 mm | 1 | 60% | 7.6 | Excellent 9.1 |
| December | 25°C 77°F | 21°C 69°F | 12 mm | 2 | 64% | 6.9 | Excellent 10 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is December to March, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Abu Dhabi?
August is the hottest month in Abu Dhabi, with an average high of 39°C (103°F).
What is the coldest month in Abu Dhabi?
January is the coldest month in Abu Dhabi, with an average low of 18°C (64°F).
What is the rainiest month in Abu Dhabi?
January is the wettest month, with about 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain. July is the driest, with 1 mm (0.0 in).
Nearby destinations
- Dubai115 km · best December to March
- Sharjah142 km · best December to March
- Doha304 km · best December to March
- Muscat419 km · best December to February
- Manama431 km · best November to April
- Dammam484 km · best November to March
- Shiraz603 km · best March to April and October to November
- Riyadh777 km · best November to February
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