Abu Dhabi in May
7.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 36°C. Very dry: about 0 rainy days.
36°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
0Rainy days (0 mm)
13:11 hDaylight
05:43Sunrise · 18:54 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 36°C
- Very dry: about 0 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (0.3 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 16°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| February | 25°C | 16°C | 9 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| March | 27°C | 19°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| April | 32°C | 22°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.2 |
| May | 36°C | 26°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.1 |
| June | 38°C | 29°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 39°C | 31°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 40°C | 31°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.0 |
| September | 38°C | 29°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.6 |
| October | 35°C | 26°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 30°C | 22°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.8 |
| December | 25°C | 18°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Abu Dhabi in May?
Daytime highs average 36°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best months are January, February, March, December.