Sharjah Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Sharjah can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very hot
to warm.
The city sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to comfortable in Sharjah. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 41°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
Sharjah has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 83 mm of rainfall annually. Sharjah can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 21 mm of precipitation over 2 rainy days. In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.1 mm of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Sharjah Precipitation page.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
Sharjah experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 11.5 hours daily sunshine in June, 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 humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Sharjah.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 69%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 52%. 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 Sharjah 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 41°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 21 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 345 hours of sunshine.
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