Abu Dhabi vs Muscat

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Abu Dhabi edges ahead as the better destination in May. Abu Dhabi offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Muscat sees 12 sunshine hours and 0 rain days.

Abu Dhabi can feel quite hot at 37°C, so plan for heat. Muscat runs hot at 37°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Abu Dhabi receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Abu Dhabi reaches an average high of 37°C (99°F) and drops to 25°C (77°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Muscat averages 37°C (99°F) for the high and 28°C (82°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 May.

Abu Dhabi receives approximately 0 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Muscat sees 1 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.