Abu Dhabi Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Abu Dhabi is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months
to warm in the cooler months.
The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Abu Dhabi, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 40°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 24°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 17°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Abu Dhabi sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 50 mm of rainfall per year. Despite minor fluctuations, Abu Dhabi enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In March, you can expect around 13 mm of precipitation, while in June, Abu Dhabi receives about 0.1 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Abu Dhabi experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 11.4 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 7.7 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 20°C in February to 34°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Abu Dhabi.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 68%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 55%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Abu Dhabi in United Arab Emirates
During the months of January, February and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 40°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
March tops the wettest month list with 13 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 342 hours of sunshine.
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