When to go · Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi in January

Great month. Inside Abu Dhabi's best window: Nov–Mar.

Key facts

Plan around it

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Abu Dhabi

Inside Abu Dhabi's best window: Nov–Mar.

Long-term averages

Abu DhabiHighs around 24 °C, lows around 14 °C, rain on about 2 daysHighs around 75 °F, lows around 57 °F, rain on about 2 days
Gulf coast, United Arab Emirates · Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah townbest weather
November to March runs 20–30 °C; June to September sits at 40–46 °C with humidity that makes nights sticky; shamal winds bring dust in spring and early summer.November to March runs 68–86 °F; June to September sits at 104–115 °F with humidity that makes nights sticky; shamal winds bring dust in spring and early summer.

United Arab Emirates overall: Coolest month (20–24 °C days); Dubai Shopping Festival; desert nights cold — pack a layer.

Nothing unusual for the weather this month.