Abu Dhabi weather in January
January is one of the best months to visit Abu Dhabi: highs of 22°C (72°F) and about 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain on average. Nights average 18°C (64°F) and cloud cover 43% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). The sea averages 22°C (72°F). It is the 2nd wettest month of the year and the coolest. Compared with December, it is cooler and wetter; February brings highs of 23°C (74°F) and 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Abu Dhabi, the largest city in Abu Dhabi. See below for other places.
Is January a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
best month Weather score 90/100.
Yes. January is one of the best months for weather in Abu Dhabi.
Does it rain a lot in Abu Dhabi in January?
No, it is usually dry: about 11 mm (0.4 in) falls in an average January. It is the 2nd wettest month of the year.
How warm is Abu Dhabi in January?
Days average 22°C (72°F) and nights 18°C (64°F).
Abu Dhabi weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Sea | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C (72°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm | 43% | 22°C (72°F) | best |
| February | 23°C (74°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 5 mm | 40% | 22°C (71°F) | best |
| March | 26°C (79°F) | 20°C (68°F) | 13 mm | 40% | 23°C (74°F) | best |
| April | 30°C (87°F) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm | 42% | 27°C (80°F) | best |
| May | 35°C (94°F) | 27°C (81°F) | 3 mm | 28% | 30°C (87°F) | fair |
| June | 36°C (98°F) | 29°C (85°F) | 3 mm | 27% | 33°C (91°F) | fair |
| July | 38°C (101°F) | 31°C (89°F) | 1 mm | 39% | 34°C (94°F) | least pleasant |
| August | 39°C (101°F) | 32°C (89°F) | 1 mm | 35% | 35°C (95°F) | least pleasant |
| September | 37°C (98°F) | 30°C (87°F) | 5 mm | 24% | 34°C (93°F) | fair |
| October | 34°C (92°F) | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm | 24% | 32°C (89°F) | best |
| November | 29°C (84°F) | 24°C (76°F) | 6 mm | 34% | 29°C (83°F) | best |
| December | 25°C (76°F) | 20°C (69°F) | 9 mm | 40% | 25°C (76°F) | best |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine. Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Abu Dhabi in January
Weather can differ a lot within Abu Dhabi: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | High | Low | Rain | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | 22°C (72°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm | best |
| Musaffah | 22°C (72°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm | best |
| Khalifah A City | 22°C (72°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm | best |
| Mohammed Bin Zayed City | 22°C (72°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm | best |
| Bani Yas City | 22°C (72°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm | best |
| Zayed City | 24°C (75°F) | 12°C (54°F) | 5 mm | best |
| Al Shamkhah City | 24°C (75°F) | 14°C (56°F) | 13 mm | best |
| Ar Ruways | 23°C (73°F) | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm | best |