Dubai vs Abu Dhabi

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Abu Dhabi edges ahead as the better destination in February. Abu Dhabi offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Dubai sees 10 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Dubai sits in the comfortable travel range at 25°C. Abu Dhabi is also comfortable at 25°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Abu Dhabi is the stronger choice in February. Abu Dhabi receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Dubai reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Abu Dhabi averages 25°C (77°F) for the high and 16°C (61°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 February.

Dubai receives approximately 13 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during February. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Abu Dhabi sees 9 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Abu Dhabi the drier option by 1 rain day and 4 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Dubai averages 70% while Abu Dhabi sits at 78%. Abu Dhabi will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.