Mild
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
December verdict
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates in December
Weather score79Very good
Very good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 26°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8.2h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 6mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
December weather
Monthly averages
Temp
26°C
Rain
6mm
Sun
8.2h
Sea
24°C
Weather score
79
Very good
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 6mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Bright
Sunshine averages 8.2h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 24°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
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Compare Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
December26°C average high
December is on the cooler side of Abu Dhabi's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.
Warmest monthsMay to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
December6mm average rain
December is close to Abu Dhabi's usual rainfall pattern, with little seasonal change across the year.
Driest monthsAll year
Rainfall stays comparatively low through the year.
Sun
December8.2 hours average sun
December is one of the less sunny months locally, though average sunshine is still strong by holiday standards.
Brightest monthsMay to June
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
December24°C average sea
December is below Abu Dhabi's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJune to October
Sea temperatures are usually near 32°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
December79 weather score
December scores above Abu Dhabi's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsApril and October to November
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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