About United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.
Climate in Abu Dhabi
Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.
Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020| Month | High | Low | Rainfall | Sunshine |
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| January | 22.8°C | 16.8°C | 69mm | 297h |
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| February | 24.2°C | 17.5°C | 3mm | 298h |
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| March | 27.7°C | 19.8°C | 7mm | 317h |
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| April | 34°C | 24.4°C | 3mm | 303h |
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| May | 36.6°C | 27.5°C | 0mm | 374h |
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| June | 37.8°C | 30.4°C | 0mm | 370h |
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| July | 40.9°C | 32.3°C | 0mm | 351h |
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| August | 38.9°C | 32.6°C | 0mm | 336h |
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| September | 39.2°C | 28.9°C | 0mm | 337h |
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| October | 34.1°C | 26.4°C | 0mm | 337h |
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| November | 30°C | 23.1°C | 0mm | 300h |
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| December | 25.4°C | 19.7°C | 0mm | 308h |
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Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)
Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.
Travel guide
The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
- Jabal Al Fayah
- Wadi Wurayah
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