January Rainfall and Precipitation in United Arab Emirates

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across United Arab Emirates in January.

United Arab Emirates experiences precipitation in January ranging from low in Madīnat Zāyid (7.9 mm (0.3 in)) to moderate in Dibba (35 mm (1.4 in)). The month of January is in the winter season. On average, January is the wettest month of the year in United Arab Emirates.

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Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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United Arab Emirates precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does United Arab Emirates receive in January?

Dubai sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 19 mm (0.7 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in United Arab Emirates in January?

Dubai sees roughly 2 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in United Arab Emirates?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in United Arab Emirates, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in United Arab Emirates?

Based on our records, Dibba receives the most rainfall in United Arab Emirates in January, averaging about 35 mm (1.4 in).

What is the driest city in January in United Arab Emirates?

Based on our database, Madīnat Zāyid sees the least rainfall in United Arab Emirates in January, with around 7.9 mm (0.3 in) on average.

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