Abu Dhabi · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonUnited Arab Emirates · Asia
Max Temp
24.2°C
Min Temp
15.1°C
Sunshine
8.6 h/day
Rain Days
1 days
Water Temp
21.6°C
Rainfall
6.7 mm
Humidity
64%
Avg Temp
19.5°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Abu Dhabi: only 1 rain days, 24°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 24°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 20°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 1 rain days with 7 mm total. Sea temperature is 22°C — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Packing list for Abu Dhabi in January
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Abu Dhabi (Climate Score: 80/100). Pleasant temperatures (24°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Abu Dhabi in January?
- In January, Abu Dhabi sees daily highs of 24°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Abu Dhabi in January?
- In January, Abu Dhabi receives an average of 7 mm of rain over 1 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Abu Dhabi get in January?
- Abu Dhabi averages 9 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Abu Dhabi in January?
- Water temperature in Abu Dhabi in January averages 22°C — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
