January is the perfect time to travel to Sharjah for those who can’t stand the heat and the heat. Most of the year the UAE, much of which is covered by the desert, is incredibly hot, which is why winter is a popular time for holidays in this region.
January in Sharjah will please you with comfortable temperatures – on average it is +26-28 ° C during the day, but in the mornings and evenings it is cooler (you may need a jacket with long sleeves). Bear in mind that the second winter month can be quite windy and the water in the Arabian Gulf is still quite cool (+22-23°C).
The coastline of Sharjah is mostly soft sand, but here and there are stone beaches. In most cases, the entrance to the sea is very comfortable and gentle. If a beach holiday is out of the question for some, the weather in January is ideal for walking and sightseeing.
Major attractions in Sharjah include the Aquarium, Heritage Village, Al Jazeera Park with its rides, entertainment centers and restaurants along the Al Qasba Canal, and the Eye Of The Emirates, the largest Ferris wheel in the Emirates (60m).
Sharjah cannot be visited in a day – the country’s third largest emirate has plenty to see and do, with modern skyscrapers standing alongside traditional oriental bazaars, fountains of breathtaking beauty to mesmerise and entice, and waterfronts offering fabulous views across the bay.
One of the highlights of January is the Spring Festival, which begins at the end of the month and lasts for a few weeks. More than 1,700 food and beverage outlets offer a wide variety of merchandise for visitors to the festival, making the Spring Festival one of the largest events of its kind in the region. In addition, the holiday includes a variety of entertainment shows and concerts. The Sharjah International Showjumping Championship, the most spectacular equestrian sport, is also held every January. The competition is attended by the champions and the brightest riders from the UAE, Arab and European countries.
Weather in Sharjah in the second half of January
At the end of January, the temperature is 18 degrees, it reaches 23 degrees during the day and can drop to 13 degrees at night. The water temperature stays around 24 degrees.
Can I swim in Sharjah in January?
The sea temperature in Sharjah in January, usually stays around 24 degrees. At the beginning of January, the water temperature is around 24 degrees and at the end of January it is 24 degrees.
The water is well warmed up, even a child will feel comfortable swimming in the sea in January.
Is it cold in Sharjah in January?
During the month of January, daytime temperatures in Sharjah usually stay around 23 degrees, but can reach 31 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.
Can I get a tan in Sharjah in January?
It’s already warm enough to sunbathe in January in Sharjah.
Weather in Sharjah for the New Year vacations
The air temperature at the beginning of the month stays at 18 degrees, during the day it reaches 23 degrees and at night it can drop to 13. The water temperature is 24 degrees.
Rainfall in Sharjah in January
On average, Sharjah receives 14 mm of rainfall in January.
Holidays in Sharjah in January with children
In January in Sharjah with the child is better to go only if you are focused on excursions, as for a beach holiday the weather is not too suitable.
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