The weather in May in United Arab Emirates
It's hot in May in United Arab Emirates with an average temperature of 38°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 42°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 30°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in United Arab Emirates. The average temperature of 38°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for United Arab Emirates. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 45°C in 2021, United Arab Emirates reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 31°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 34°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,6 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for United Arab Emirates
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in United Arab Emirates. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| United Arab Emirates | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 38°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 42°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,6 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in United Arab Emirates with hot temps, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 38°C, with nights around 29°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in United Arab Emirates is around 40°C, while nighttime temps are about 30°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in United Arab Emirates is based on weather data from Dubai. Other places, like Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah or Sharjah, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in United Arab Emirates to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in United Arab Emirates. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in United Arab Emirates
Temperature in May in United Arab Emirates over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in United Arab Emirates. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in United Arab Emirates
Total precipitation in May in United Arab Emirates over the years
Daily UV index in May in United Arab Emirates
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in United Arab Emirates, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in United Arab Emirates by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for United Arab Emirates. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.