Climate Insights for Abu Dhabi

The climate in Abu Dhabi is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 42mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 12mm of rainfall. Abu Dhabi is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Abu Dhabi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 37°C. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 35°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 20°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Abu Dhabi is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 42mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 12mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Abu Dhabi is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently spring in Abu Dhabi, which began on March 20, 2026. Abu Dhabi is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 7mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Abu Dhabi based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.