When to go
Abu Dhabi in May
In May, Abu Dhabi averages daytime highs of 35°C and night-time lows of 27°C, with about 3 mm of rain over the month. That makes May the 5th warmest and the 8th wettest month of the year here. The most comfortable months are usually February, November and December. In the MAQAMI Hotel Price Index, the median member price for one night in mid-May was $132 (guests: $144), 2% above the yearly average for Abu Dhabi.
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- Average high
- 35°C
- Average low
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Median member price
- $132
- 1 night mid-May, checked 2026-10-09
Climate
Abu Dhabi weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 22 | 23 | 26 | 30 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 39 | 37 | 34 | 29 | 25 |
| Low °C | 18 | 18 | 20 | 23 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 28 | 24 | 20 |
| Rain mm | 11 | 5 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 9 |
MAQAMI Hotel Price Index
Abu Dhabi hotel prices by month
| Month | Member | Guest |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | $166 | $183 |
| December 2026 | $138 | $151 |
| January 2027 | $153 | $167 |
| February 2027 | $126 | $138 |
| March 2027 | $127 | $139 |
| April 2027 | $131 | $143 |
| May 2027 | $132 | $144 |
| June 2027 | $108 | $120 |
| July 2027 | $106 | $116 |
| August 2027 | $107 | $117 |
| September 2027 | $120 | $131 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Abu Dhabi
InterContinental Abu Dhabi by IHG
★★★★★Hotels6.9 km from centre
8.8
Excellent
Novel Hotel City Center
★★★★Hotels5.5 km from centre
8.0
Very good
Le Méridien Abu Dhabi Resort
★★★★★Hotels5.5 km from centre
8.0
Very good
Al Rawda Arjaan by Rotana
★★★★Hotels3.2 km from centre
9.0
Exceptional
Beach Rotana Residences
★★★★★Hotels4.9 km from centre
9.2
Exceptional
Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi
★★★Hotels4.9 km from centre
8.8
Excellent
FAQ
Abu Dhabi in May: questions
Is May a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
May is not among the most comfortable months in Abu Dhabi; February, November and December are usually better. Expect highs around 35°C and 3 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Abu Dhabi in May?
The average daytime high in Abu Dhabi in May is 35°C and the average low is 27°C.
Does it rain in Abu Dhabi in May?
Abu Dhabi gets about 3 mm of rain in May on average, making it the 8th wettest month. Average humidity is 58%.
How much are hotels in Abu Dhabi in May?
When we checked on 2026-10-09, the median price for one night in mid-May across popular Abu Dhabi hotels was $132 for members and $144 for guests. Search your exact dates on book.maqami.co for live prices.
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