Abu Dhabi vs Dubai

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dubai edges ahead as the better destination in January. Dubai offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Abu Dhabi sees 10 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Abu Dhabi sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Dubai is also comfortable at 24°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in January.

Abu Dhabi reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Dubai averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Abu Dhabi receives approximately 10 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during January. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Dubai sees 17 mm over 2 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Humidity also differs: Abu Dhabi averages 78% while Dubai sits at 70%. Abu Dhabi will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.