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Living in Abu Dhabi: Weather & Climate

What it's actually like to live in Abu Dhabi - the weather through the year, healthcare, and the practical essentials.

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The year in Abu Dhabi
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Nov to Mar

Best months to visit.

Apr to Oct

Shoulder months.

Weather & Climate in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi's climate: Hot summers and mild winters define its seasons.

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Outside the rains · all year

Abu Dhabi experiences a hot desert climate, characterized by long, sweltering summers and short, mild winters. Humidity can be high during these months.

Wettest months

Rainfall is minimal and occurs mainly between November and March.

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Healthcare in Abu Dhabi

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Cleveland Clinic Abu DhabiPrivate · Multi-speciality
Healthpoint HospitalPrivate · General and Specialized
Mafraq HospitalGovernment · Multi-speciality
LLH Hospital Abu DhabiPrivate · Multi-speciality

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By air into Zayed International Airport. By road, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street.

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