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Abu Dhabi weather in August (Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)

Looking to travel to Abu Dhabi in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Abu Dhabi typically experiences very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 40°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 32°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Abu Dhabi in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.3 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 0 days.

The city usually sees around 307 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August 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 August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 32°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 40°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.3 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 63%  
SunshineSunshine 307 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in United Arab Emirates in August

Find out more about the weather in United Arab Emirates in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Abu Dhabi in August?

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 34°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 in August.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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