Health effects can be felt by sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with respiratory or heart conditions. The general public is less likely to be affected.

Health & Activity Advice

⚠ Take Precautions

UV index is 8 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Health effects can be felt by sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with respiratory or heart conditions. The general public is less likely to be affected.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.

High humidity (78%) combined with the heat means it will feel more uncomfortable than the air temperature alone suggests — stay hydrated if you're active outside.

Nearby Regional Outlook

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Abu Dhabi?

The hottest month in Abu Dhabi is typically August, with daytime highs averaging around 40.8°C (105°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 31.8°C (89°F). Take extra precautions during this time stay hydrated and avoid strenuous outdoor activity in peak afternoon heat.

What is the coldest month in Abu Dhabi?

The coldest month in Abu Dhabi is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around 17.4°C (63°F) and daytime highs near 23.6°C (74°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does Abu Dhabi have a rainy season?

Abu Dhabi doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. January is the wettest month on average (about 15 mm), while June is the driest (about 0 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Abu Dhabi?

The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is typically November to December, when daytime highs average a comfortable 28.2°C (83°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 4 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Atmospheric Details

Wind

6 km/h

W · Light Breeze · Max 15 km/h

Humidity

78 %

High · feels muggy

UV Index

Very High

Visibility

16 km

Excellent

Pressure

1004 hPa

Stable

Dew Point

27°C

Very humid

Today vs Normal

40°C+3° above normal

The long-term average high for today is 37°C.

19 of the last 19 days with published data ran above normal.

It continues that pattern - today's forecast is also running above normal.

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Health effects can be felt by sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with respiratory or heart conditions. The general public is less likely to be affected.

Health & Activity Advice

⚠ Take Precautions

UV index is 8 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Health effects can be felt by sensitive groups, including children, older adults, and people with respiratory or heart conditions. The general public is less likely to be affected.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.

High humidity (78%) combined with the heat means it will feel more uncomfortable than the air temperature alone suggests — stay hydrated if you're active outside.