Weather radar Abu Dhabi
Real-time precipitation radar · Abu Dhabi · United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Abu Dhabi shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 24° | 25.1° | 28.7° | 32.4° | 36.2° | 38.8° | 39.7° | 40.5° | 38.4° | 35° | 30.7° | 26.3° |
| Avg low (°C) | 17.4° | 18.3° | 20.6° | 23.4° | 27.4° | 30.2° | 32.5° | 32.6° | 30.5° | 27.4° | 23.6° | 19.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 9 | 4 | 13 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Sunshine hours | 301 | 294 | 331 | 342 | 380 | 375 | 364 | 352 | 331 | 321 | 298 | 294 |
| Humidity | 64% | 64% | 59% | 54% | 53% | 57% | 57% | 54% | 61% | 62% | 62% | 63% |
Best time to visit Abu Dhabi
The best time to visit Abu Dhabi is typically June. In this month the average high is 38.8°C, precipitation is 0 mm and sunshine duration is 375 hours. The annual average high is 33°C, total annual precipitation is 58 mm (8 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3983 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Abu Dhabi
How up to date is the weather radar for Abu Dhabi?
The weather radar for Abu Dhabi is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Abu Dhabi?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Abu Dhabi: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Abu Dhabi?
The thunderstorm potential for Abu Dhabi is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Abu Dhabi.
What is the climate like in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi has an annual average high of 33°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 40.5°C), the coldest January (avg low 17.4°C). The wettest month is April with 19 mm, the driest June with 0 mm. Total annual precipitation is 58 mm (8 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3983 hours.