May weather forecast
United Arab Emirates

May in the United Arab Emirates is the month that truly heralds the onset of the blistering summer season. The average temperature during this month escalates to approximately 32.7°C (90.9°F), a marked jump from April's average of 27.8°C (82°F). Daytime temperatures often surge to between 39°C (102.2°F) and 42°C (107.6°F), while night-time temperatures vary from 26°C (78.8°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Both Abu Dhabi and Dubai, two of the country's prominent cities, exhibit similar climatic trends during May. In terms of precipitation, this month is typically one of the driest, with an average rainfall of a scant 2mm (0.08"), reflecting a substantial decrease from the previous months and indicating the commencement of the arid summer period.

In relation to adjacent months, May's weather constitutes a sharp rise in heat compared to April and is just slightly cooler than the extreme temperatures that characterise June.

Although the weather during the earlier parts of May can still be somewhat accommodating for outdoor activities, as the month progresses and temperatures continue to soar, outdoor ventures during the peak daylight hours can become challenging. Consequently, May marks the shift towards indoor activities and nighttime outings in the United Arab Emirates.

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• Abu Dhabi - May »
  May is the least humid month in Abu Dhabi with an average relative humidity of 43%. In Abu Dhabi rain does not fall in May through July and September.
• Dubai - May »
  On the last day of May, in Dubai sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 19:04 +04. May temperatures in Dubai vary between a high-temperature of 35.3°C (95.5°F) and a low-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).
• Sharjah - May »
  With an average relative humidity of 51%, May is the least humid month in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. On the first day of May in Sharjah sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:48.
• Ajman - May »
  April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. May is the last month it rains in Ajman, United Arab Emirates.
• Fujairah - May »
  April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. In Fujairah in May, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
• Umm Al Quwain - May »
  On the last day of May, in Umm Al Quwain, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 19:04 +04. Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is recognized as warm and pleasant by all, making water activities comfortable and delightful for long durations.
• Al Ain - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Al Ain sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 19:00 +04. On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:45.
• Masafi - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Masafi, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:01 +04. Minimal rainfall shows the transition of Masafi into a desert city, with only 1mm (0.04") of precipitation over an entire day in the month.
• Ras Al-Khaimah - May »
  With an average relative humidity of 46%, May is the least humid month in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. May is the last month it rains in Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.
• Jumeirah - May »
  The months with the highest UV index in Jumeirah are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. Jumeirah marks a considerable descent from the daytime apex, as the average temperature dips to a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F) at night throughout May.