Sharjah in May

Outside the best window (Nov–Mar). Across United Arab Emirates: 38–40 °C; outdoor sightseeing only early or late; Eid al-Adha about 26–29 May 2026 (check).Outside the best window (Nov–Mar). Across United Arab Emirates: 100–104 °F; outdoor sightseeing only early or late; Eid al-Adha about 26–29 May 2026 (check).

• SharjahHighs around 38 °C, lows around 25 °C, rain on about 0 daysHighs around 100 °F, lows around 77 °F, rain on about 0 days
• Gulf coast, United Arab Emirates · Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah townhot

  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.

Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.

• Arafat Day and Eid al-Adha big impact

  About 26–29 May 2026; about 15–18 May 2027 (check) · United Arab Emirates

  Several days off; resident travel peak; some shops closed on the first day.

Crowds · United Arab Emirates overall

Low

Prices · United Arab Emirates overall

Medium

United Arab Emirates overall: 38–40 °C; outdoor sightseeing only early or late; Eid al-Adha about 26–29 May 2026 (check).

• Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen

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