January in Abu Dhabi is one of the coldest and wettest months compared to the rest. The middle of winter in the desert climate of the Arabian Peninsula resembles summer in the middle of Russia, so this time of year is best for those tourists who can not stand the heat, preferring the cooler nights and evenings. The average daytime temperature in January is around +23°C, at night it drops to +19°C. Minus values for the entire history of observations have never been recorded, the absolute minimum is 5 degrees above zero.
The high humidity in January in Abu Dhabi means that for 88% of the sunny days there will be 5 to 15% when the sky is not bright and the sun is hidden in a haze. That is, no more than 7, and more often 2-3 overcast or foggy days for the whole month. Don’t expect to catch rain at this time, it’s as rare for the desert as sandstorms are for Siberia, which are not uncommon in Abu Dhabi in the summer. The average rainfall for January is just 7mm. As for the January winds, their speed varies from weak to moderate, on average 4-5 m / s, with rare gusts of up to 10-12 m / s.
Weather in Abu Dhabi in the second half of January
At the end of January, the temperature is 18 degrees, reaches 22 degrees during the day and can drop to 13 degrees at night. The water temperature stays around 22 degrees.
Weather in Abu Dhabi for the New Year vacations
The air temperature at the beginning of the month stays at 18 degrees, during the day it reaches 22 degrees, and at night it can drop to 13. The water temperature is 22 degrees.
Can I get a tan in Abu Dhabi in January?
January is not the best choice for a beach holiday in the UAE. If you definitely want to get a tan, we advise you to consider Oman or Yemen.
Can I swim in Abu Dhabi in January?
The sea temperature in Abu Dhabi in January, usually stays at 22 degrees. At the beginning of January, the water temperature is around 22 degrees and at the end it is 22 degrees.
The water is well warmed up, swimming in the sea in January will be comfortable even for a child.
Is it cold in Abu Dhabi in January?
During the month of January, daytime temperatures in Abu Dhabi usually stay around 22 degrees, but can reach 32 degrees (maximum recorded temperature) and drop to 6 degrees at night (minimum recorded temperature). Everyone perceives the temperature differently, but taking a warm jacket with you is the right thing to do.
Rainfall in Abu Dhabi in January
On average, Abu Dhabi receives 10 mm of rainfall during January.
Holidays in Abu Dhabi in January with children
In January in Abu Dhabi with a child is better to go only if you focus on sightseeing, because for a beach holiday the weather is not too suitable.
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