UAE weather in January
In January, popular resorts in UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi Island and Internal Islands City, Sharjah city, Ras al-Khaimah, Musaffah City) average 23°C by day and 17°C at night, and the sea is about 23°C. On average 22 mm of rain falls during the month.
That is 2°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 24°C.
It is warm, but often too cool for the beach, better for sightseeing. The sea is fine for swimming.
Warmest resorts in UAE in January
| Place | Day | Night | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujairah | 24°C | 15°C | 24°C | 22 mm |
| Ţarīf Kalbā | 24°C | 15°C | 24°C | 22 mm |
| Khor'fakkan | 23°C | 16°C | 24°C | 29 mm |
| Dibba Al-Fujairah | 23°C | 16°C | 24°C | 29 mm |
| Sharjah city | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 23 mm |
| Umm al-Quwain | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 23 mm |
| Al Jazīrah al Ḩamrā’ | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 23 mm |
| Dubai | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 17 mm |
| Jebel Ali | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 17 mm |
| Palm Jumeirah | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 17 mm |
| Motor City | 23°C | 17°C | 23°C | 17 mm |
| Ruwais | 23°C | 15°C | 21°C | 6 mm |
UAE weather in other months
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FAQ
Is it warm in UAE in January?
In January, popular resorts in UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi Island and Internal Islands City, Sharjah city, Ras al-Khaimah, Musaffah City) average 23°C by day and 17°C at night, and the sea is about 23°C. On average 22 mm of rain falls during the month. It is warm, but often too cool for the beach, better for sightseeing.
What is the sea temperature in UAE in January?
About 23°C on average. The warmest water is in Fujairah (24°C).
Where is it warmest in UAE in January?
The warmest place is Fujairah (24°C by day), followed by Ţarīf Kalbā (24°C) and Khor'fakkan (23°C).
Does it rain in UAE in January?
On average 22 mm of rain falls in the month. Rain happens, but usually in short showers.
Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.