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, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 25° (77°)30° (86°) | 27° (81°)34° (93°) | 30° (86°)37° (99°) | 35° (95°)42° (108°) | 40° (104°)45° (113°) | 41° (106°)46° (115°) | 43° (109°)47° (117°) | 43° (109°)47° (117°) | 41° (106°)45° (113°) | 37° (99°)40° (104°) | 31° (88°)36° (97°) | 26° (79°)30° (86°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 16° (61°)11° (52°) | 17° (63°)11° (52°) | 20° (68°)13° (55°) | 23° (73°)17° (63°) | 27° (81°)22° (72°) | 29° (84°)25° (77°) | 32° (90°)28° (82°) | 32° (90°)29° (84°) | 29° (84°)26° (79°) | 26° (79°)22° (72°) | 22° (72°)17° (63°) | 17° (63°)13° (55°) |
☀️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 · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest 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.
