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

Planning a trip to Abu Dhabi in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Abu Dhabi generally has very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 36°C, while night temperatures can drop to 28°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Abu Dhabi in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 0.3 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 0 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 342 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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 in May 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 May?

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 in May.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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