When is the best time to visit United Arab Emirates?

The best time to visit depends on where you go. Abu Dhabi: February & March; Al Ain: February & January; Burj Khalifa: February & March; Dubai: February & March; Fujairah: April & March; Ras Al Khaimah: May & March.

Which month is best overall in United Arab Emirates?

Averaged across our 8 destinations in United Arab Emirates, the strongest months are February, March, January. Individual places can shift a month or two earlier or later — each destination page lists its own peak.

How are the United Arab Emirates travel scores calculated?

Every city is rated 0-10 per month using ERA5 climate normals - temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Best Time to Visit United Arab Emirates: Weather by Month

01 · United Arab Emirates

About United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates occupies a stretch of the Arabian Peninsula between the Gulf coast and the desert, with gravel plains, oases and the Hajar mountains on its eastern edge. Abu Dhabi holds the grand mosque and cultural district, Dubai is known for its skyline and desert excursions, Sharjah keeps museums and old quarters, and Al Ain offers oasis gardens and forts. The cooler months from November to March are most comfortable, while summer is hot and humid.

Did you know?

The United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi as capital and Dubai as the largest city.
Dubai's Burj Khalifa is the world's tallest building at 828 metres and holds the highest observation deck.
More than 80% of the UAE's population lives in cities, a transformation from pearl diving and desert trade within a few generations.

Weather

United Arab Emirates: weather by month

Warmest month: August (36°C). Wettest: February (47 mm). Best overall score: February (9.1/10).

Month	Avg temp	Rain	Sunny days	Score
January	21°C	28 mm	13	9.0/10
February	21°C	47 mm	19	9.1/10
March	24°C	14 mm	25	9.1/10
April	27°C	16 mm	30	7.9/10
May	30°C	7 mm	31	6.5/10
June	34°C	3 mm	30	6.5/10
July	35°C	3 mm	29	6.5/10
August	36°C	25 mm	29	6.5/10
September	34°C	1 mm	26	6.4/10
October	32°C	15 mm	22	6.3/10
November	28°C	7 mm	15	6.7/10
December	24°C	32 mm	12	8.3/10

Travel Tips

01Best time & timing: The strongest months are February, March, January: February peaks at 9.1/10, while October drops to 6.3/10.
02Weather & what to pack: 21°C and 47 mm of rain shape a typical February here. Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
03Crowds & value: Book early for January, the busiest stretch; April is the value window at 7.9/10.

Things to do in United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

FAQ

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit United Arab Emirates?: The best time to visit depends on where you go. Abu Dhabi: February & March; Al Ain: February & January; Burj Khalifa: February & March; Dubai: February & March; Fujairah: April & March; Ras Al Khaimah: May & March.
Which month is best overall in United Arab Emirates?: Averaged across our 8 destinations in United Arab Emirates, the strongest months are February, March, January. Individual places can shift a month or two earlier or later — each destination page lists its own peak.
Which cities in United Arab Emirates does bestime.to cover?: We currently score 8 destinations in United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
How are the United Arab Emirates travel scores calculated?: Every city is rated 0-10 per month using ERA5 climate normals - temperature, precipitation, humidity, daylight, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

Climate data: Open-Meteo ERA5 historical archive, the five most recent complete years (2021–2025). Scores are monthly averages for that window, not forecasts, and short-window precipitation can differ from longer-term normals. “Sunny days” count days with at least 6 hours of measured sunshine — they are not dry days.

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