Climate Insights for Umm Al Quwain

United Arab Emirates

Hottest
August
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
18°C low65°F low
Wettest
March
23 mm rain0.9 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Umm Al Quwain is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 87 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 23 mm of rainfall. Umm Al Quwain 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 18°C.The climate in Umm Al Quwain is hot. The average annual temperature is 83°F and approximately 3.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 0.9 in of rainfall. Umm Al Quwain 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 65°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 21°Min: 18°FebMax: 24°Average: 22°Min: 19°MarMax: 27°Average: 24°Min: 21°AprMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 24°MayMax: 35°Average: 31°Min: 28°JunMax: 38°Average: 34°Min: 31°JulMax: 39°Average: 35°Min: 33°AugMax: 39°Average: 35°Min: 32°SepMax: 37°Average: 33°Min: 30°OctMax: 34°Average: 31°Min: 28°NovMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 24°DecMax: 26°Average: 23°Min: 20°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 75°FAverage: 70°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 76°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FMarMax: 81°FAverage: 75°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 88°FAverage: 81°FMin: 75°FMayMax: 95°FAverage: 88°FMin: 82°FJunMax: 100°FAverage: 93°FMin: 87°FJulMax: 102°FAverage: 96°FMin: 91°FAugMax: 102°FAverage: 95°FMin: 90°FSepMax: 99°FAverage: 92°FMin: 87°FOctMax: 93°FAverage: 87°FMin: 82°FNovMax: 86°FAverage: 80°FMin: 75°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°F
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Temperatures in Umm Al Quwain vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 35°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Umm Al Quwain vary considerably across the year, with a 37°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 95°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 65°F and an average of 70°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 20mmFebPrecipitation: 11mmMarPrecipitation: 23mmAprPrecipitation: 14mmMayPrecipitation: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 4mmDecPrecipitation: 13mm
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0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inFebPrecipitation: 0.4inMarPrecipitation: 0.9inAprPrecipitation: 0.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.5in
Precipitation

Umm Al Quwain is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 87 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 23 mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. That's 23 mm less than March, the wettest month. 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.Umm Al Quwain is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 3.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 0.9 in of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. That's 0.9 in less than March, the wettest month. 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 14km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Umm Al Quwain is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 10km/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.Umm Al Quwain 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 July, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb22°71°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr27°81°F
May31°88°F
Jun34°93°F
Jul35°96°F
Aug35°95°F
Sep33°92°F
Oct31°87°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Umm Al Quwain 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 16 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Umm Al Quwain is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 102°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 Umm Al Quwain 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 Umm Al Quwain 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
18 °C65 °F
24 °C75 °F
13 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C66 °F
24 °C76 °F
14 km/h8 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
27 °C81 °F
14 km/h9 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
24 °C75 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
28 °C82 °F
35 °C95 °F
14 km/h8 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
31 °C87 °F
38 °C100 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
33 °C91 °F
39 °C102 °F
14 km/h9 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
32 °C90 °F
39 °C102 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
30 °C87 °F
37 °C99 °F
12 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
28 °C82 °F
34 °C93 °F
10 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
24 °C75 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
4 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C68 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in