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Abu Dhabi in January sees high temperatures, with highs around 24°C (75°F) and overnight lows of 17°C (63°F). With just 10 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall on average, rain is rarely an issue.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Abu Dhabi.
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44-year average (1983-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Abu Dhabi typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Abu Dhabi spanning 45 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 33 years of weather records for Abu Dhabi, the following extremes were recorded between 1992 and 2025.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. Expect water temperatures of around 22°C (72°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Water Temp
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