What August feels like in Abu Dhabi
For Abu Dhabi, August is late summer on the calendar. The heat peaks hard in the afternoon, when being outside for long is draining. Even after dark it stays hot and sultry. Humidity is moderate, so the air feels neither sticky nor dry.
Rain in Abu Dhabi in August
Dry weather dominates, and an umbrella can mostly stay packed.
Daylight and sunshine in August
In mid-August, sunrise is at about 5:57 am and sunset at about 6:58 pm (local time) — 13 h 1 min of daylight. Days are getting shorter: 30 min less daylight than in mid-July. Measured sunshine covers about 89% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How August compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, August comes out as the warmest month in Abu Dhabi. Afternoons run 0.6°C (1.1°F) warmer than in July, with 1 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into September. The next month's average high: 38.6°C (101.5°F).
Who August suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — midday heat makes long walks hard.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: a good fit — hot coastal weather.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — a cool break during the hottest hours.
Tips for visiting Abu Dhabi in August
Sun Protection
Protect yourself from strong sun: hat, SPF and plenty of water.
Quick questions
How warm is Abu Dhabi in August?
Afternoons average 40.7°C (105.3°F) and nights about 31.1°C (88°F) — very hot by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Abu Dhabi in August?
Almost never — August is essentially rainless, with no rainy days in a typical year.
What should I wear in Abu Dhabi in August?
The numbers point to sun protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is August or September better for visiting Abu Dhabi?
August, narrowly: it ranks #11 of 12 among Abu Dhabi's months, against #12 for the other. September is cooler.