Muscat vs Abu Dhabi

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Abu Dhabi edges ahead as the better destination in May. Abu Dhabi offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Muscat sees 12 sunshine hours and 0 rain days.

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

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May. Abu Dhabi receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Muscat reaches an average high of 37°C (99°F) and drops to 28°C (82°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Abu Dhabi averages 37°C (99°F) for the high and 25°C (77°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 May.

Muscat receives approximately 1 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Abu Dhabi sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.