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Water temperature in Abu Dhabi

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Abu Dhabi. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Abu Dhabi now

69.2

°F

January 5, 08:24

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

69.4°F

Tomorrow:

69.0°F

Sunrise:

07:07

Sunset:

17:48

Day Length:

10 h. 41 min.

Abu Dhabi in January

Minimum:

69.4°F

Average:

72.0°F

Maximum:

74.6°F

Sea water temperature in Abu Dhabi today

As of now, in Abu Dhabi, the water temperature is 69.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.9°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 68.6°F on 2025.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 67.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 69.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Abu Dhabi

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 1 70.1°F 69.4°F 72.0°F
Jan 2 69.8°F 70.2°F 71.9°F
Jan 3 69.2°F 70.1°F 71.9°F
Jan 4 69.4°F 69.0°F 71.9°F
Jan 5 69.2°F 68.6°F 71.7°F
Jan 6 69.0°F 68.7°F 71.5°F
Jan 7 68.7°F 68.3°F 71.2°F
Jan 8 68.3°F 68.0°F 70.8°F
Jan 9 68.0°F 68.0°F 70.5°F
Jan 10 67.9°F 67.9°F 70.4°F
Jan 11 67.9°F 68.3°F 70.4°F
Jan 12 67.7°F 68.5°F 70.2°F
Dec 22 71.4°F 70.7°F 73.0°F
Dec 23 70.9°F 70.8°F 73.0°F
Dec 24 71.1°F 70.1°F 72.8°F
Dec 25 70.4°F 70.3°F 72.6°F
Dec 26 70.3°F 70.1°F 72.6°F
Dec 27 70.7°F 70.3°F 72.7°F
Dec 28 71.0°F 69.9°F 72.4°F
Dec 29 71.3°F 69.6°F 72.2°F
Dec 30 71.2°F 69.2°F 72.0°F
Dec 31 70.7°F 69.2°F 72.1°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Abu Dhabi by month

In Abu Dhabi, almost every month besides January and February is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 284 swimming days.
The warmest water in Abu Dhabi was recorded on August 17, 2024, reaching a 96.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 29, 2020, dipping to 66.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.6°F in Winter, 79.2°F in Spring, 92.2°F in Summer, and 87.1°F in Autumn.