United Arab Emirates

Best Time to Visit
Abu Dhabi

Visit in April — score 85/100 · avg high 97°F · 2 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

80°/60°F
3 rain days
10.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

85°/61°F
3 rain days
11.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

91°/64°F
3 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

#1
97°/69°F
2 rain days
12.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

#2
102°/77°F
1 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

105°/82°F
1 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

108°/86°F
0 rain days
13.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

108°/88°F
1 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

104°/85°F
1 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

98°/79°F
1 rain days
11.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

#3
92°/71°F
2 rain days
10.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

83°/64°F
3 rain days
10.5h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January7468°80°60°31210.6hHighAverage
February7869°85°61°31211.2hHighAverage
March7974°91°64°31311.8hHighAbove avg
April8581°97°69°2712.6hHighAverage
May8387°102°77°1413.2hModerateBelow avg
June7992°105°82°1413.5hModerateBelow avg
July7295°108°86°0113.4hModerateBelow avg
August6796°108°88°1512.9hModerateBelow avg
September7293°104°85°1512.1hModerateBelow avg
October7788°98°79°1311.4hModerateAverage
November8380°92°71°2610.8hModerateAverage
December7473°83°64°31410.5hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
82/100
High
97°F
Low
70°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Abu Dhabi (March, April, May) brings average highs of 97°F and lows of 70°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 82/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 85/100.

Summer

Score
72/100
High
107°F
Low
85°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Abu Dhabi (June, July, August) brings average highs of 107°F and lows of 85°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 72/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 79/100.

Fall

Score
77/100
High
98°F
Low
78°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Abu Dhabi (September, October, November) brings average highs of 98°F and lows of 78°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 77/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 83/100.

Winter

Score
75/100
High
83°F
Low
62°F
Rain days
3/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Abu Dhabi (December, January, February) brings average highs of 83°F and lows of 62°F, with about 3 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 75/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 78/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best month to visit Abu Dhabi is April, with an overall travel score of 85/100. Expect average highs of 97°F, about 2 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Abu Dhabi expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Abu Dhabi are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Abu Dhabi in December?
December in Abu Dhabi has average highs of 83°F and lows of 64°F, with approximately 3 rainy days and 10.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 74/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The most affordable time to visit Abu Dhabi is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is August (score: 67/100).

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