Late summer · Weather & things to do
Abu Dhabi in August
Abu Dhabi's warmest month brings highs averaging 101°F (39°C), lows of 89°F (32°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 58/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by heat.
- Avg high
- 101°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 89°F (32°C)
- Rain
- less than 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 57%
- Cloud cover
- 35%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 101°F (39°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 89°F (32°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 35%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – March.
- Comfort holds steady from July (57 → 58/100).
- Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes101°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 August
Afternoons run hot (101°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Saadiyat Public Beach
Long white-sand beach with calm water, where hawksbill turtles nest in season.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 101°F.
Observation Deck at 300
Café on level 74 of Etihad Towers known for afternoon tea and Gulf views.
Why now A break from 101°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.
Li Beirut
Modern Lebanese cooking at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, with sea views.
Louvre Abu Dhabi
Jean Nouvel's domed museum on Saadiyat Island, spanning world art from antiquity to now.
Nearby in August
- Dubai in August~76 mi · highs 103°F, 0.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hatta in August~113 mi · highs 101°F, 0.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 58/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – March. Expect highs of 101°F (39°C) and less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends Nov – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Abu Dhabi in August?
Average highs are 101°F (39°C) and average lows 89°F (32°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Abu Dhabi in August?
Not much: less than 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.5 in (64 mm).
What should I pack for Abu Dhabi in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (101°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).
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