Abu Dhabi weather in January (Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates)
How is the weather in Abu Dhabi in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Abu Dhabi, January is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. January is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 24°C, while nights can cool down to about 17°C. On average, it features the lowest temperatures of the year but it is still a warm month.
Abu Dhabi in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 10 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 1 day.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 246 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Abu Dhabi climate page with graphs.
Abu Dhabi, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
17°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Water Temperature
22°C
Chance of Rain
4%
Precipitation
10 mm
Rainy days
1 day
Humidity
68%
Sunshine
246 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in United Arab Emirates in January
Find out more about the weather in United Arab Emirates in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in Abu Dhabi in January?
For visitors traveling to Abu Dhabi, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 22°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 January.
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