Abu Dhabi
A mosque with enough marble and chandeliers to make Dubai's skyline look understated by comparison, a Formula 1 track lit for a night race under the desert sky, and an art museum built with the Louvre's own name over the door.
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 36°C (97°F). Local time there is 05:19 (UTC+4).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 76°F · rain 1.1in · 10.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C76°F | 28mm1.1in | 10.8h10.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 26°C79°F | 2mm0.1in | 11.3h11.3h | in the recommended window |
| March | 30°C86°F | 4mm0.2in | 12.0h12.0h | in the recommended window |
| April | 35°C94°F | 3mm0.1in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| May | 39°C101°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| June | 41°C107°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.6h13.6h | |
| July | 42°C108°F | 1mm0.0in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| August | 43°C109°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.0h13.0h | |
| September | 41°C106°F | 0mm0.0in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 37°C98°F | 1mm0.0in | 11.5h11.5h | |
| November | 31°C88°F | 2mm0.1in | 10.9h10.9h | in the recommended window |
| December | 27°C80°F | 4mm0.2in | 10.6h10.6h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Language
- Arabic
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 220 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 36°C (97°F).
How warm does Abu Dhabi get?
Typical daytime highs in Abu Dhabi are Mar–May 34°C (94°F), Jun–Aug 42°C (108°F), Sep–Nov 36°C (97°F), Dec–Feb 26°C (78°F).
Is Abu Dhabi expensive?
On the ground, Abu Dhabi is high-end.
What sort of trip is Abu Dhabi good for?
Abu Dhabi is good for the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing, sunshine and salt water, old stones and real towns, eating extremely well.