Abu Dhabi Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Abu Dhabi can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very hot during the warmest months,
and warm during the cooler months.
It experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation, with almost no rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Abu Dhabi can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C in August to a comfortable 24°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 17°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Abu Dhabi experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 49 mm annually. Precipitation levels in Abu Dhabi remain relatively steady throughout the year. March has the most rain, with 13 mm over 3 days. In June, this drops slightly to 0.1 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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 offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between May (11.4 hours daily) and February (7.7 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. 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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Select a Month of Interest
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 and February 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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