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Abu Dhabi in September

Still very hot

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

The short answer

September is a below-average month in Abu Dhabi.

September remains very hot, though evenings begin to ease at the end of the month.

5.3/10 overall27–41°CVery Low crowds$$
Weather3/10
Crowds8.5/10
Prices$$
Events3.5/10

September in detail

What September actually feels like

Weather
27–41°C
Very hot and humid.
Crowds
Very Low
Among the quietest periods of the year; sights and restaurants are easy to get into.
Prices
$$
Good-value hotel rates.

+Low prices and quiet sights.

–Hot and humid.

My tip for September

Visit outdoor sights after sunset.

  • Resort stays
  • Museums
  • Beaches

How September compares

Against the other eleven months

9th of 12 overall in Abu Dhabi, 9th for weather, 3rd for space, 4th for value. The emptiest month is July; the best value is July.

See all twelve months for Abu Dhabi

Plan around

What’s on in Abu Dhabi in September

Summer heat

June–September

Daytime temperatures exceed 40°C, with high humidity.

Not set on September?

Months I'd choose over September

Weather

Weather in Abu Dhabi in September

In September Abu Dhabi averages a high of 41°C (106°F) and a low of 27°C (81°F), with about 0 mm of rain or snow over 0 wet days. The warmest month is July (around 43°C) and the coolest is January (around 25°C); the wettest month is March.

Average high
41°C
106°F
Average low
27°C
81°F
Precipitation
0 mm
Wet days
0

Climate data: NOAA. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.

Quick answers

Abu Dhabi in September: the questions people ask

Is September a good time to visit Abu Dhabi?
September is a below-average month in Abu Dhabi. It ranks 9 of 12 months in Abu Dhabi overall (9 for weather, 3 for space, 4 for value). The main upside: Low prices and quiet sights. The main downside: Hot and humid.
What is the weather like in Abu Dhabi in September?
Average highs are around 41°C and lows around 27°C. Expect about 0 mm of rain or snow over roughly 0 wet days. Very hot and humid. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 43°C) and the coolest is January (around 25°C).
Is Abu Dhabi crowded in September?
Crowds are very low. Among the quietest periods of the year; sights and restaurants are easy to get into. The quietest month is July.
How expensive is Abu Dhabi in September?
Prices are at level 2 of 5 ($$). Good-value hotel rates. The best-value month is July.
When is the best time to visit Abu Dhabi?
In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, February is the best month overall (September ranks 9 of 12). The quietest month is July and the best value is July.

Still going to Abu Dhabi in September?

Book early and plan around the busiest hours — hot and humid.

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