Monthly climate — Abu Dhabi
Long-term monthly averages. The best months to visit are marked with a star.
+23°
+16°
Jan
+25°
+17°
⭐ Feb
+28°
+19°
⭐ Mar
+33°
+23°
Apr
+37°
+26°
May
+39°
+29°
Jun
+40°
+31°
Jul
+41°
+31°
Aug
+39°
+29°
Sep
+35°
+26°
Oct
+30°
+22°
Nov
+25°
+18°
⭐ Dec
Bar colour shows temperature:coldcoolcomfortablewarmhot⭐ — best months to visit
| Month | Day | Night | Rainfall | What to pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | +23° | +16° | 10.474999999999998mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| ⭐ February | +25° | +17° | 7.63mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| ⭐ March | +28° | +19° | 11.084999999999999mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| April | +33° | +23° | 5.615mm | ☀️ water and sunscreen. |
| May | +37° | +26° | 1.9150000000000003mm | ☀️ water and sunscreen. |
| June | +39° | +29° | 0.095mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| July | +40° | +31° | 0.18500000000000003mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| August | +41° | +31° | 0.8300000000000001mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| September | +39° | +29° | 0.095mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| October | +35° | +26° | 0.43mm | ☀️ water and sunscreen. |
| November | +30° | +22° | 3.1900000000000004mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| ⭐ December | +25° | +18° | 4.749999999999999mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
When to visitAbu Dhabi
Best months: February, March, November and December
Daytime high+25°…+30°
The most comfortable weather of the year — the best time for sightseeing and the outdoors.
Shoulder season: January, April, May and October
Daytime high+23°…+37°
Conditions are changeable but workable, with fewer crowds than peak season.
Harder months: June, July, August and September
Daytime high+39°…+41°
The most extreme weather of the year — plan activity for the cooler parts of the day.
In short:The most comfortable months to visit Abu Dhabi are February, March and December, with the most pleasant daytime temperatures and low rainfall. The hardest months for active outdoor travel are June, July and August.
Compared to the climate normal
Today’s high
+37°
Normal for this month
+39°
Deviation
-1° cooler than normal
Frequently asked questions — Abu Dhabi
What is the weather like in Abu Dhabi right now?
Right now it is +35° in Abu Dhabi, and it feels like +38°. See the hourly forecast above for how it changes through the day.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best months to visit Abu Dhabi are December, February and January, when the weather is most comfortable and rainfall is low.
When is the rainy season in Abu Dhabi?
Rainfall in Abu Dhabi is concentrated in the wetter months; the monthly climate chart above shows when precipitation peaks across the year.
How hot does Abu Dhabi get in summer?
Summer is the hottest part of the year in Abu Dhabi. Plan outdoor activity for the morning or evening and stay hydrated during the midday heat.