The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Fujairah. Temperatures rise (39°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
May ranks 12 out of 12 months in Fujairah. Compared to April: +4°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.2h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 76
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Fujairah is March (9.0/10), 6.2 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · UAE
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyDirham des Émirats (د.إ)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘAt risk · 4/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthMay · 39°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 25°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 9%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Fujairah ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
UAETemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 2.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.12°N · 56.34°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fujairah?
March is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 8.2h of sunshine and 9.0% rainy days. The months of March & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Fujairah get in March?
Fujairah averages 8.2 sunshine hours per day in March. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Fujairah?
May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Fujairah in March?
In March, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Fujairah good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Fujairah scores 8.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains March with a score of 8.6/10.
When should you avoid Fujairah?
May is the most difficult month to visit Fujairah, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Fujairah in May?
In May, the sea averages 29°C in Fujairah: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Fujairah in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Fujairah (very high), with about 13.2h of daylight. Protection essential.