Best time to visit Abu Dhabi

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When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?

The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is January, February, March and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 24°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Abu Dhabi24
    Jan
  • 25°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Abu Dhabi25
    Feb
  • 28°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Abu Dhabi28
    Mar
  • 33°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Abu Dhabi33
    Apr
  • 38°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Abu Dhabi38
    May
  • 39°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Abu Dhabi39
    Jun
  • 41°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Abu Dhabi41
    Jul
  • 41°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Abu Dhabi41
    Aug
  • 39°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Abu Dhabi39
    Sep
  • 35°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Abu Dhabi35
    Oct
  • 30°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Abu Dhabi30
    Nov
  • 26°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Abu Dhabi26
    Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

Which is the hottest month in Abu Dhabi?

The hottest time of year in Abu Dhabi is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 41°C with extreme heat and humidity.

Does it ever rain in Abu Dhabi?

It never rains much in Abu Dhabi but February usually has the most rain with an average of 21mm. There are normally 3 days in February with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Abu Dhabi?

The sunniest time of year in Abu Dhabi is normally November with bright sunshine on average for 87% of daylight hours; that's 10 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Abu Dhabi?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Abu Dhabi in August when the water temperature reaches 33°C.

Best time to visit

The weather guide for UAE (Abu Dhabi) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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