Climate Insights for Al Ruwais

Al Dhafrah Region, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Hottest
August
42°C peak108°F peak
Coldest
January
15°C low58°F low
Wettest
March
10 mm rain0.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Al Ruwais is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 42 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 10 mm of rainfall. Al Ruwais is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Al Ruwais is hot. The average annual temperature is 83°F and approximately 1.7 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 0.4 in of rainfall. Al Ruwais is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 58°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 23°Average: 19°Min: 15°FebMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°MarMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°AprMax: 34°Average: 28°Min: 22°MayMax: 38°Average: 32°Min: 26°JunMax: 41°Average: 34°Min: 28°JulMax: 42°Average: 36°Min: 30°AugMax: 42°Average: 36°Min: 31°SepMax: 40°Average: 33°Min: 28°OctMax: 35°Average: 30°Min: 25°NovMax: 30°Average: 25°Min: 21°DecMax: 25°Average: 21°Min: 17°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 74°FAverage: 66°FMin: 58°FFebMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FMarMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FAprMax: 93°FAverage: 82°FMin: 72°FMayMax: 101°FAverage: 89°FMin: 79°FJunMax: 105°FAverage: 93°FMin: 83°FJulMax: 108°FAverage: 97°FMin: 87°FAugMax: 108°FAverage: 96°FMin: 87°FSepMax: 103°FAverage: 92°FMin: 83°FOctMax: 96°FAverage: 86°FMin: 77°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FDecMax: 77°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°F
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Temperatures in Al Ruwais vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 42°C and an average of 36°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Al Ruwais vary considerably across the year, with a 50°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 108°F and an average of 96°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 58°F and an average of 66°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 8mmFebPrecipitation: 7mmMarPrecipitation: 10mmAprPrecipitation: 7mmMayPrecipitation: 2mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 2mmDecPrecipitation: 4mm
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0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.3inFebPrecipitation: 0.3inMarPrecipitation: 0.4inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.2in
Precipitation

Al Ruwais is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 42 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10 mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. 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.Al Ruwais is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 1.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.2 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 0.4 in of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 15km/hMayWind Speed: 15km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 11km/hOctWind Speed: 12km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 9mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Al Ruwais is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Al Ruwais is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°66°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar23°74°F
Apr28°82°F
May32°89°F
Jun34°93°F
Jul36°97°F
Aug36°96°F
Sep33°92°F
Oct30°86°F
Nov25°78°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit Al Ruwais is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 7 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 42°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Al Ruwais is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 108°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

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

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C58 °F
23 °C74 °F
14 km/h9 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C60 °F
25 °C76 °F
16 km/h10 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
18 °C65 °F
29 °C84 °F
16 km/h10 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
22 °C72 °F
34 °C93 °F
15 km/h9 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
26 °C79 °F
38 °C101 °F
15 km/h9 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
28 °C83 °F
41 °C105 °F
15 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
30 °C87 °F
42 °C108 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
31 °C87 °F
42 °C108 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
28 °C83 °F
40 °C103 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
25 °C77 °F
35 °C96 °F
12 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C70 °F
30 °C86 °F
12 km/h8 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C63 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h8 mph
4 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in