Abu Dhabi · January
Best travel monthTravel seasonUnited Arab Emirates · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 25° (77°)20– (68–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)27– (81–)42 (108) | 40° (104°)32– (90–)45 (113) | 41° (106°)36– (97–)46 (115) | 43° (109°)37– (99–)47 (117) | 43° (109°)38– (100–)47 (117) | 41° (106°)37– (99–)45 (113) | 37° (99°)32– (90–)40 (104) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)30 (86) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)11– (52–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 27° (81°)22– (72–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)29– (84–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)32 (90) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)29 (84) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 17° (63°)13– (55–)22 (72) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 12h UV 10 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 10h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 |
🌊Water Temp | 22° (72°) | 22° (72°) | 24° (75°) | 27° (81°) | 30° (86°) | 33° (91°) | 34° (93°) | 35° (95°) | 34° (93°) | 32° (90°) | 29° (84°) | 25° (77°) |
🌧Rain Days | 1d7mm (0.3") | 0d4mm (0.2") | 1d10mm (0.4") | 0d7mm (0.3") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 0d1mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Abu Dhabi: only 1 rain day, 25°C (77°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 25°C (77°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 7 mm (0.3 in) total. Sea temperature is 22°C (72°F) — 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 and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
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 (25°C (77°F)), 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 25°C (77°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Abu Dhabi in January?
- In January, Abu Dhabi receives an average of 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain over 1 rain day. 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 (72°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
