The month in detail
What to expect in February
Even in winter, Ras al-Khaimah enjoys 24°C. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain risk remains low (11% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if March (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.
February ranks 5 out of 12 months in Ras al-Khaimah.
This month's conditions
What it's like in February
UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Sea
23°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 66
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Is February the right month?
The best month in Ras al-Khaimah is March (9.0/10), 0.5 pt higher than February.
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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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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 · United Arab Emirates
🗣️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 monthJuly · 40°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 23°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 12%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Ras al-Khaimah ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
United Arab EmiratesTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 2.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.79°N · 55.94°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ras al-Khaimah?
November is the best month with 30.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 8.7h of sunshine and 6.0% rainy days. The months of November & March offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Ras al-Khaimah get in November?
Ras al-Khaimah averages 8.7 sunshine hours per day in November. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ras al-Khaimah?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ras al-Khaimah in November?
In November, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 30.0°C.
Is Ras al-Khaimah good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ras al-Khaimah scores 8.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains November with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Ras al-Khaimah?
July is the most difficult month to visit Ras al-Khaimah, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Ras al-Khaimah in February?
In February, the sea averages 23°C in Ras al-Khaimah: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Ras al-Khaimah in February?
The average UV index reaches 6 in February in Ras al-Khaimah (moderate), with about 11.1h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.