Best Time to Visit Ras al-Khaimah, Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Ras al-Khaimah is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Ras al-Khaimah 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 18.9°C / 66°F in January to 34.8°C / 94.6°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (June) to 41 mm / 1.6 in (February). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Ras al-Khaimah, Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Ras al-Khaimah'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 | 18.9°C66°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20°C68°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.7°C72.9°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 26.9°C80.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.1°C88°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 33.2°C91.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 34.8°C94.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 34.4°C93.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 32.2°C90°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 29.2°C84.6°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.7°C76.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.8°C69.4°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ras al-Khaimah?
The best time to visit Ras al-Khaimah 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 July 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 Ras al-Khaimah's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Ras al-Khaimah?
The rainy season at Ras al-Khaimah, Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 6 mm / 0.2 in. The wettest single month is February (41 mm / 1.6 in).
What is the driest month in Ras al-Khaimah?
The driest month in Ras al-Khaimah is June, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 33.2°C / 91.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Ras al-Khaimah?
The least comfortable months for travel to Ras al-Khaimah — 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 41 mm / 1.6 in in February, and the coldest month averages 18.9°C / 66°F.
Is Ras al-Khaimah climate different from United Arab Emirates overall?
Yes, usually. Our Ras al-Khaimah 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 Ras al-Khaimah specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.