Abu Dhabi vs Dubai

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Dubai edges ahead as the better destination in September. Dubai offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Abu Dhabi sees 11 sunshine hours and 0 rain days.

Abu Dhabi can feel quite hot at 38°C, so plan for heat. Dubai runs hot at 39°C.

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

Abu Dhabi reaches an average high of 38°C (100°F) and drops to 28°C (82°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Dubai averages 39°C (102°F) for the high and 27°C (81°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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 September.

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

Dubai sees 1 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.