At a glance
| Metric | Abu Dhabi | Riyadh |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 41°C | 44°C |
| Coldest month low | 18°C | 10°C |
| Annual rainfall | 74 mm | 69 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.8 h/day | 10.6 h/day |
| Best months | December–March | November–March |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Abu Dhabi | Riyadh | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| March | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| April | 7.1 · Good | 6.4 · Fair | Abu Dhabi |
| May | 4.2 · Poor | 2.2 · Challenging | Abu Dhabi |
| June | 1.9 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | Abu Dhabi |
| July | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| August | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| September | 2.1 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | Abu Dhabi |
| October | 5.1 · Fair | 5.2 · Fair | Riyadh |
| November | 8.8 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Riyadh |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh?
Abu Dhabi has the better travel weather in 4 of 12 months, versus 2 for Riyadh — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
The best months to visit Abu Dhabi are December–March, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The best months to visit Riyadh are November–March, based on six years of climate data.
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