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Abu Dhabi weather in August

With highs near 39°C (102°F) and lows around 33°C (91°F), August feels very hot in Abu Dhabi. Rainfall averages about 1 mm (very dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 2°C warmer than September.

What stands out in August

  • Even after dark it stays around 33°C, so sleeping can feel warm.
  • With the heat, see Qasr Al Watan early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
  • In Abu Dhabi, August is late summer.
  • Abu Dhabi is usually about 2°C cooler than Ajman, 150 km away, in August.

August is typically Abu Dhabi's warmest month.

Avg high

39°C

102°F

Avg low

33°C

91°F

Rainfall

1 mm

very dry

Humidity

57%

relative

Sky

41%

cloud · a mix of sun and cloud

Abu Dhabi weather by month

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Average monthly climate in Abu Dhabi
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January23°C / 73°F18°C / 64°F9 mm65%41%
February24°C / 74°F18°C / 65°F6 mm63%42%
March26°C / 80°F20°C / 68°F19 mm62%44%
April31°C / 87°F24°C / 75°F9 mm59%48%
May35°C / 95°F28°C / 82°F5 mm58%31%
June37°C / 98°F30°C / 86°F4 mm63%28%
July39°C / 102°F32°C / 90°F1 mm58%44%
August39°C / 102°F33°C / 91°F1 mm57%41%
September38°C / 100°F31°C / 88°F1 mm57%29%
October34°C / 93°F29°C / 83°F1 mm57%25%
November29°C / 84°F24°C / 76°F7 mm59%37%
December25°C / 77°F21°C / 69°F2 mm65%38%

What to pack for August

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is August a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?

Our Abu Dhabi guide recommends: November to March, avoiding the extreme heat of the summer months.

Dress modestly when visiting the Grand Mosque — robes are available to borrow at the entrance if needed.

Best time to visit Abu Dhabi →

Other United Arab Emirates cities in August

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Abu Dhabi in August: quick answers

Is August a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?

It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Abu Dhabi are around 39°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is Abu Dhabi in August?

Average highs are about 39°C (102°F) and average lows about 33°C (91°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Abu Dhabi in August?

Abu Dhabi typically gets around 1 mm of rain in August — very dry.

When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?

November to March, avoiding the extreme heat of the summer months.

Figures are long-term averages for the area around Abu Dhabi (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.