Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Abu Dhabi for your holiday.
Climate Overview
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Geographical location
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Abu Dhabi is the largest of the United Arab Emirates and is best known for its capital also named Abu Dhabi. In fact, the Emirate includes the city of al-Ain and smaller cities such as Madinat Zayed, Ruwais and the Liwa Oasis.
Outside the city boundary, the coastal area is dominated by mangroves and a large desert area. The emirate of Abu Dhabi is home to about 2.4 million people; according to official surveys, expatriats from foreign countries exceed 80% of the population. Abu Dhabi’s city centre is located on an island in the Persian Gulf, but is directly connected to the mainland by three large bridges.
The United Arab Emirates (Arabian Peninsula) border Saudi Arabia to the south and Oman to the east. Besides Abu Dhabi und Dubai also smaller Emirates such as Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Sharjah are getting more popular travel destinations in the region.
Climate in Abu Dhabi
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The United Arab Emirates are characterised by a tropical climate with hot daytime temperatures of more than 50 °C and a very high humidity during summer months. Further inland, the air is much drier, but temperatures can sometimes rise even higher.
However, similar to Dubai, all shopping malls, sightings and public buildings in Abu Dhabi are cooled by huge air-conditioning systems. Daily temperature values below 30 °C are usually only to be found from mid-December to mid-March, while all other months of the year remain significantly higher and reach their peak around August.
The summer months in Abu Dhabi are so hot that many hotels are offering special discounts and offers during this time of the year. From the beginning of July to the end of August, the temperatures do never drop below 29 °C even at night. There is absolutely no rainy season in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have almost no rainfall throughout the year. The sunshine duration is between 8 hours in winter and 11 hours in summer months.
Best Time to Visit Abu Dhabi: Overview
JanuaryJan TemperaturesTemp. up to 24 °C | FebruaryFeb Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Abu Dhabi | MarchMar Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Abu Dhabi | AprilApr Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Abu Dhabi | MayMay Hot up to 38 °C in the shadow | JuneJun Very hot 39 °C average in the shadow on the day |
JulyJul Very hot 41 °C average in the shadow on the day | AugustAug Very hot 41 °C average in the shadow on the day | SeptemberSep Very hot 39 °C average in the shadow on the day | OctoberOct Hot up to 35 °C in the shadow | NovemberNov Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Abu Dhabi | DecemberDec Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Abu Dhabi |
When to go to Abu Dhabi?
Due to the extreme heat, an Abu Dhabi vacation in midsummer is only recommended for experienced tropical holidaymakers and healthy people. Especially travellers with heart complaints or circulatory disorders should better avoid the months of May to October. Who cannot resist the attractive discount offers in the summer, should consult their family doctor for a checkup and ensure sufficient supply of fluid throughout the day. The travel period from mid-June to early September is therefore referred to as the “hot season”.
The so-called off-peak times and shoulder seaisons, for example at the beginning of May or the end of October, are much more recommendable. However, the best time to visit Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates is in February, March, April, November and December. January is also nice for exploring with daytime temperatures of around 24 °C (around 14 °C at night) and a water temperature of around 22 °C. A nice contrast to the mostly cold, grey winter in Europe and most part of the States!
Climate Chart Abu Dhabi
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Abu Dhabi
In the following, you will find the climate table for Abu Dhabi, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 24° | 25° | 28° | 33° | 38° | 39° | 40° | 40° | 39° | 35° | 30° | 26° |
| Night Temperature | 14° | 15° | 17° | 21° | 25° | 27° | 29° | 29° | 27° | 23° | 19° | 16° |
| Water Temperature | 22° | 21° | 23° | 25° | 27° | 30° | 31° | 32° | 32° | 30° | 27° | 25° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.31 | 0.83 | 0.55 | 0.31 | 0.04 | 0 | 0 | 0.04 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature is 26.9 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (34.1 °C)
Coldest month: January (18.5 °C)
The maximum water temperature is 32 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
all months
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 2.28 inchFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, June is the sunniest month with an average of 11.2 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 9.5 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Sights
Besides the luxurious Emirates Palace Hotel, one of the most important sights in Abu Dhabi is the imposing Sheikh Zayid Mosque. Non-Muslims are also welcome here (except during prayer times, especially on Fridays), admission and guided tours are free.
On the island of Yas Island there is a mall, the popular Yas Waterworld water park and the Ferrari World theme park in the immediate vicinity of the Yas Marina Circuit Formula 1 circuit. The brand-new Louvre Abu Dhabi is another spectacular thing to see and visit, not only for art lovers.
The Corniche, a beautifully designed promenade, lies in the northwest of the main island and faces directly the open ocean. The best view in Abu Dhabi can be enjoyed from the Observation Deck at 300 in the Etihad Towers, the most beautiful beach in the United Arab Emirates is located on the artificial island of Saadiyat about 500 meters east of the port of Abu Dhabi.
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Popular Activities
Yas Marina Circuit Guided Tour
Tours
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Explore one of the world’s most advanced Formula 1® race circuits on a guided tour of Yas Marina Circuit Abu Dhabi. Immerse yourself in a world normally open only to race drivers and their teams, and discover the circuit from the inside and out.
Abu Dhabi: City Tour with Grand Mosque & Royal Palace Visit
Tours
from 65 $ »
Snap some photos and dive into the history, beauty and culture of Abu Dhabi on this informative sightseeing tour.
Abu Dhabi: Guided Speedboat Sightseeing Tour
Tours
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Enjoy the thrill of high speeds on the Abu Dhabi coastline during this speedboat tour. Experience exciting twists and turns on the Persian Gulf and take in views of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
More attractions
Dubai: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Tour with Photographer | Mangrove National Park: Self-Drive Speedboat Tour | From Dubai: Ferrari World, WB, Yas Waterworld with Transfers | Abu Dhabi: Formula Yas 3000 Driving Experience | Radical SST Passenger Ride | Abu Dhabi: Aston Martin GT4 Driving Experience | Yas Marina Circuit Kartzone |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Abu Dhabi (Station Min?aqat al Ma??r)
clear sky, 26.5 °CClouds: 0 % Wind: 6 mph ONO
Air Pressure: 1011 hPa Humidity: 39 %
Air Pressure: 1011 hPa Humidity: 39 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 06:52 pm
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| 20 °C to 24 °C | 19 °C to 21 °C | 18 °C to 20 °C | 18 °C to 21 °C | 18 °C to 25 °C | 21 °C to 27 °C |
| Clouds: 17 % | Clouds: 8 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 0 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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United Arab Emirates: Regions
Abu Dhabi is part of the holiday destination United Arab Emirates. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Hottest Month
July: 40 °C
Day Temperature
July: 40 °CDay Temperature
Coldest Month
January: 14 °C
Night Temperature
January: 14 °CNight Temperature
Rainiest Month
February: 0.83 in
Rain
February: 0.83 inRain
Driest Month
June: 0 in
Rain
June: 0 inRain
Maximum Water Temperature
August: 32 °C
Water Temperature
August: 32 °CWater Temperature
Sunniest Month
June: 11.2 hours/day
Sunshine
June: 11.2 hours/daySunshine
Activities and Attractions
Abu Dhabi: 2-hour Guided Kayak Tour in the Mangroves
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Abu Dhabi: Private Airport Transfers
Transfers
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Chevrolet Camaro Drag Driving Experience
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Distances to Abu Dhabi
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | 3420 mi | 6860 mi | 8380 mi |
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Abu Dhabi: Experiences of our Visitors
after the winter and the wet cold warming and soothing
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Ideal weather, warm enough for swimming, not too hot for sight seeing
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Partly cool wind. Temperature 22-24 degrees. Not suitable as a bathing holiday for this time of year.
Weather Rating: 2 stars – Tricky
the weather was super pleasantly warm, very well suited for excursions
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
We were in Abu Dhabi + Dubai between the years and enjoyed the travel climate very much. It was pleasantly sunny every day, only in the early morning there was some fog, but at the latest around 10 o’clock it cleared up completely. The day values were in the shade at a mild 24-25 degrees, in the sun 30 degrees were reached. Especially in Abu Dhabi there was a light breeze during our trip, so it never got too hot. All in all a really perfect travel time to escape the winter blues in Germany. Is December / January warm enough for a bath? Basically yes, because the water is usually even warmer than the air. If the wind is not too strong, the temperatures for swimming (in the sea and pool) are even ideal. We liked the stand most on Saadiyat Island, where the new Louvre Abu Dhabi was opened. There is a great public beach and a private beach club (Saadiyat Beach Club), as well as several luxury hotels including St. Regis Abu Dhabi. Simply super!
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
The weather in mid-November was excellent.
Approx. 28 degrees, hardly any wind, no rain – simply perfect.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
heavenly pleasant with fruity temperatures
) and a light breeze coming from the sea
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
I was in Abu Dhabi for 10 days in November.
The weather was super, warm and sunny, a little windy.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It was a little too warm.
Day temp.: 36-39°C, Water temp.: 32°C,
no rain, no clouds, daily sunshine
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
It was 38 degrees, but we were at the sea and it was not too hot, because there was also a light wind. Dreamlike. An incomparably great holiday.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It was just right with the temperatures. Early in the morning.
you could have breakfast outside.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It was very, very hot and the humidity was extremely high. The next visit will follow in November…
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent