Abu Dhabi weather in May (Umm al-Quwain, United Arab Emirates)
How is May weather typically in Abu Dhabi? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Abu Dhabi includes extremely high temperatures and almost no rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 36°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 28°C. Expect some days to be hotter than these averages. Stay cool by wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
Precipitation
Abu Dhabi in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.3 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 0 days will see rain.Average sunshine
Enjoy a sunny month with about 342 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Abu Dhabi. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Abu Dhabi climate page with graphs.
Abu Dhabi, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
28°C
Max Temperature
36°C
Water Temperature
29°C *
Chance of Rain
0%
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Rainy days
0 days
Humidity
55% *
Sunshine
342 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
Where to go in United Arab Emirates in May
Find out more about the weather in United Arab Emirates and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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