Abu Dhabi Weather Forecast
Abu Dhabi weather: 81°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Abu Dhabi
Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 86°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 84%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
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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 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 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 8:15 AM.
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 October 23, 2026 at 8:15 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
