Abu Dhabi vs Dubai

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

Abu Dhabi can feel quite hot at 37°C, so plan for heat. Dubai runs hot at 38°C.

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

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.

Dubai averages 38°C (100°F) for the high and 24°C (75°F) for the low, with a daily range of 14°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.

Dubai sees 0 mm over 0 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.