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

What should you pack for a trip to Abu Dhabi in May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Abu Dhabi generally includes extremely high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 36°C, while night temperatures can drop to 28°C. Keep in mind that temperatures can exceed these averages. Dress for the heat and stay hydrated, especially during peak sun hours.

Precipitation

Abu Dhabi in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.3 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 0 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 342 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright 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 TemperatureMin Temperature 28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 36°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 0%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 0.3 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 55%  
SunshineSunshine 342 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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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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 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.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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