Muscat vs Abu Dhabi

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Abu Dhabi edges ahead as the better destination in January. Abu Dhabi offers 3 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Muscat sees 10 sunshine hours and 3 rain days.

Muscat sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Abu Dhabi is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Abu Dhabi is the stronger choice in January. Muscat receives 7 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Muscat reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Abu Dhabi averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Muscat receives approximately 18 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Abu Dhabi sees 5 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Abu Dhabi the drier option by 2 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Muscat averages 78% while Abu Dhabi sits at 35%. Muscat will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.