Early winter · Weather & things to do
Abu Dhabi in December
Abu Dhabi cools off: highs slip to 76°F (25°C), from 84°F in November, with lows of 69°F (20°C) and about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
At 97/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (9 mm)
- Humidity
- 64%
- Cloud cover
- 40%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (25°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 69°F (20°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
Plan around December
December is one of Abu Dhabi's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 10 h 30 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 91/100 in November to 97/100.
- December sits inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Abu Dhabi in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Li Beirut
Modern Lebanese cooking at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, with sea views.
Observation Deck at 300
Café on level 74 of Etihad Towers known for afternoon tea and Gulf views.
Qasr Al Hosn
The city's oldest stone building, an 18th-century fort turned museum.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Indoor theme park on Yas Island home to Formula Rossa, one of the fastest roller coasters.
Why now December scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
White marble mosque with 82 domes, a vast hand-knotted carpet and reflective pools.
Nearby in December
- Dubai in December~76 mi · highs 77°F, 0.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hatta in December~113 mi · highs 77°F, 0.6 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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain. December is inside the Nov – Mar window our Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta route recommends.
How hot is Abu Dhabi in December?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 69°F (20°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Abu Dhabi in December?
Not much: about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 2.5 in (64 mm).
What should I pack for Abu Dhabi in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in December
- Dubai, Abu Dhabi & Hatta Nov – Mar
Planning Abu Dhabi in December?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.