Temperature in United Arab Emirates in May

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across United Arab Emirates this May.

United Arab Emirates, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 33°C (91°F) in Da‘sah to 41°C (106°F) in Madīnat Zāyid. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Madīnat Zāyid and 28°C (82°F) in Da‘sah.

What is the temperature of the different cities in United Arab Emirates in May?

Discover the typical May temperatures for the most popular locations of United Arab Emirates on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit United Arab Emirates, check out our United Arab Emirates's climate page.

See also: the United Arab Emirates weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in United Arab Emirates in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across United Arab Emirates.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

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

United Arab Emirates temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in United Arab Emirates in May?

Expect daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F) in Dubai. That makes May a extremely high month for United Arab Emirates.

How cold does it get at night in United Arab Emirates in May?

Dubai sees nighttime lows close to 27°C (81°F) in May.

What is the warmest city in May in United Arab Emirates?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Madīnat Zāyid is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 41°C (106°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 25°C (77°F).

What is the coldest city in May in United Arab Emirates?

In our database, Da‘sah is the chilliest city in May in United Arab Emirates. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 33°C (91°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 28°C (82°F).

How much sun does United Arab Emirates get in May?

Dubai enjoys approximately 350 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in May?

The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Abu Dhabi this month, which is a bit warm for swimming. For many people, water temperatures around 29°C (84°F) might feel quite warm, especially compared to typical swimming pool temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82°F).

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in United Arab Emirates.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to United Arab Emirates? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in United Arab Emirates.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.