Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab EmiratesQuick decision
When to visit Ras al-Khaimah?
🌞 Best time overall
March
🌡️ Optimal temperature
20°C–28°C in March
🌧 Least rain
7% rainy days in March
🌧 Wettest month
May (0%)
📅 Best score
9.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Jebel Jais & via ferrataOct–Apr — UAE's highest peak, world's longest zip-line.
Beaches & mangrovesOct–May — pristine beaches, mangrove kayaking.
Desert & dunesNov–Mar — 4x4 safari, glamping, falconry.
BudgetMay–Sep — prices –50% vs Dubai, lesser-known UAE alternative.
Monthly climate data
Ras al-Khaimah weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 16°C | 23°C | 9% | 0.9 | 10.2h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 17°C | 24°C | 8% | 0.5 | 11.0h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ March | 20°C | 28°C | 7% | 0.6 | 11.0h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ April | 24°C | 32°C | 3% | 0.6 | 11.7h | 8.4/10 |
| 🥵 May | 28°C | 37°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.3h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 30°C | 39°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.5h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 32°C | 40°C | 1% | 0.1 | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 32°C | 39°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.5h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 29°C | 37°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.6h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 27°C | 34°C | 2% | 0.1 | 10.7h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ November | 22°C | 30°C | 5% | 0.4 | 10.0h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ December | 18°C | 26°C | 6% | 0.5 | 10.0h | 8.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 32°C, 3% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 39°C, 0% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 6.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 34°C, 2% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time
Average 24°C, 8% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.
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FAQ
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March is ideal with 7% rainy days and 28°C.
May is the wettest month with 0% rainy days.
Yes, March is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 8.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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