Best Time to Visit Abu Dhabi, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 18.8°C / 65.8°F in January to 34.8°C / 94.6°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 22 mm / 0.9 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Abu Dhabi, Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Abu Dhabi's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.8°C65.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.9°C67.8°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.6°C72.7°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 26.6°C79.9°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 30.9°C87.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 32.8°C91°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 34.4°C93.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 34.8°C94.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 32.6°C90.7°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 29.2°C84.6°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 25°C77°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.9°C69.6°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 34.8°C / 94.6°F, and the driest is June with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Abu Dhabi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Abu Dhabi?
The rainy season at Abu Dhabi, Emirate of Abu Dhabi runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 2 mm / 0.1 in. The wettest single month is February (22 mm / 0.9 in).
What is the driest month in Abu Dhabi?
The driest month in Abu Dhabi is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 32.8°C / 91°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Abu Dhabi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Abu Dhabi — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 22 mm / 0.9 in in February, and the coldest month averages 18.8°C / 65.8°F.
Is Abu Dhabi climate different from United Arab Emirates overall?
Yes, usually. Our Abu Dhabi figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United Arab Emirates figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Abu Dhabi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.