December weather forecast
United Arab Emirates

December in the United Arab Emirates marks the commencement of the winter season, characterised by cooler temperatures and increased humidity. The average temperature during December further declines to approximately 20.1°C (68.2°F), a noticeable drop from November's average of 24.2°C (75.6°F). Daytime temperatures usually range between 24°C (75.2°F) and 26°C (78.8°F), while nighttime temperatures can drop to between 15°C (59°F) and 17°C (62.6°F).

Major cities, including Abu Dhabi and Dubai, experience similar weather patterns in December. In terms of precipitation, this month witnesses a considerable increase, with an average rainfall of about 13mm (0.51"), reflecting the progression into the more humid winter season.

Compared to neighbouring months, December's weather continues the cooling trend from November and is similar to the cool temperatures that will be experienced in January. The lower temperatures during December signify the beginning of the winter season, a period of relatively mild weather in the United Arab Emirates.

The moderate weather during December provides an ideal environment for outdoor activities, making it one of the most favourable times of the year to visit the United Arab Emirates. Despite the increased rainfall, December remains an attractive month for tourists and residents alike to partake in a multitude of outdoor events and activities.

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• Abu Dhabi - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Abu Dhabi are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. On the first day of December in Abu Dhabi sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:32.
• Dubai - December »
  The months with the least sunshine in Dubai are November and December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine. With the onset of December, Dubai experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from 29.5°C (85.1°F) in November to a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).
• Sharjah - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight. January and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are most humid months in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
• Ajman - December »
  In Ajman, United Arab Emirates, in December, the average water temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F). In December, in Ajman the rain falls for 2 days.
• Fujairah - December »
  In Fujairah during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. With an average of 10h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.
• Umm Al Quwain - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Umm Al Quwain is December, with an average of 10h and 36min of daylight. In Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates, in December, the average water temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F).
• Al Ain - December »
  On the first day of December in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:28. December is the month with the lowest UV index in Al Ain with an average maximum UV index of 5.
• Masafi - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Masafi are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. On the first day of December in Masafi sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:24.
• Ras Al-Khaimah - December »
  The month with the least sunshine in Ras Al-Khaimah is December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine. On the first day of December in Ras Al-Khaimah sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:24.
• Jumeirah - December »
  The months with the least sunshine in Jumeirah are January through March and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine. In December, in Jumeirah, United Arab Emirates, the rain falls for 2 days.