Abu Dhabi Weather Forecast
Abu Dhabi weather: 92°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Abu Dhabi month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75° | 64° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 78° | 65° | 0,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 83° | 69° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 91° | 74° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 99° | 81° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 102° | 85° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 104° | 89° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 107° | 90° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 103° | 87° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 95° | 82° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 87° | 75° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 79° | 67° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Hot and arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Abu Dhabi
Go in January, February, April, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: July, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Abu Dhabi
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Abu Dhabi compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Abu Dhabi.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burj Khalifa | 76 mi | 83°F | about the same | 8 in |
| Dubai | 76 mi | 83°F | about the same | 8 in |
| Dubai International Airport | 83 mi | 83°F | about the same | 7 in |
| Hamad International Airport | 183 mi | 83°F | about the same | 4 in |
| Qatar | 187 mi | 83°F | about the same | 4 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi is a city in United Arab Emirates. Its coordinates are 24.4539, 54.3773. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Abu Dhabi right now?
It is currently 92°F (33°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 73% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
January, February, April, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Abu Dhabi, which has a hot and arid climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Abu Dhabi in?
Abu Dhabi observes Asia/Dubai (UTC+04:00). The local time is 11:45 PM.
How many people live in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi has a population of approximately 1.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Abu Dhabi?
The closest airports are Zayed International Airport (AUH), 17 mi away, Dubai International Airport (DXB), 83 mi away and Hamad International Airport (DOH), 183 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Abu Dhabi?
Popular options include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Burj Khalifa.
What places are in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi covers 2 places in this atlas, including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Zayed International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 11:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
