Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Abu Dhabi in April
Abu Dhabi warms up: highs climb to 87°F (30°C), from 79°F in March, with lows of 74°F (23°C) and about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (6 mm)
- Humidity
- 58%
- Cloud cover
- 42%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What April feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (30°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – March).
- Comfort slips from 97/100 in March to 83/100.
- Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Abu Dhabi in April
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Indoor theme park on Yas Island home to Formula Rossa, one of the fastest roller coasters.
Why now April scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Saadiyat Public Beach
Long white-sand beach with calm water, where hawksbill turtles nest in season.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 0.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Observation Deck at 300
Café on level 74 of Etihad Towers known for afternoon tea and Gulf views.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Qasr Al Hosn
The city's oldest stone building, an 18th-century fort turned museum.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
White marble mosque with 82 domes, a vast hand-knotted carpet and reflective pools.
Nearby in April
- Dubai in April~76 mi · highs 87°F, 0.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hatta in April~113 mi · highs 93°F, 0.2 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Abu Dhabi in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 97 in November – March. Expect highs of 87°F (30°C) and 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain. Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Abu Dhabi in April?
Average highs are 87°F (30°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Abu Dhabi in April?
Not much: about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.5 in (64 mm).
What should I pack for Abu Dhabi in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Abu Dhabi in April?
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