Abu Dhabi
The UAE's capital, with a dazzling white mosque, the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Yas Island's theme parks.
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What Abu Dhabi is like
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, quieter than Dubai, with a stunning mosque, world-class museums and theme parks on Yas Island.
Don't miss
- 01Sheikh Zayed Grand MosqueA vast white marble mosque, open to visitors.
- 02Louvre Abu DhabiArt from around the world under a huge dome.
- 03Yas IslandFerrari World, Warner Bros. World and a water park.
- 04The CornicheA long seafront promenade and beach.
Where to stay
- Saadiyat IslandBeach resorts near the museums.
- Yas IslandNear the theme parks.
Worth knowing
The Louvre Abu Dhabi opened in 2017, under a long-term agreement with the French government.
Al Ain: a green oasis city
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A UNESCO-listed oasis city of date palms and old falaj water channels, with mountain views from Jebel Hafeet.
Direct flights to Abu Dhabi from the UK
From the airlines' and Heathrow Airport's own timetables for October 2026 to September 2027. Pick an airport to see the exact days.
Weather in Abu Dhabi by month
Average daytime highs. The warmest months are June, July, August.
| Month | Day | Night | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24° | 14° | 3 |
| February | 26° | 16° | 2 |
| March | 30° | 18° | 3 |
| April | 35° | 21° | 1 |
| May | 40° | 25° | 1 |
| June | 41° | 27° | 0 |
| July | 42° | 30° | 1 |
| August | 43° | 30° | 1 |
| September | 41° | 27° | 0 |
| October | 37° | 24° | 1 |
| November | 31° | 20° | 2 |
| December | 26° | 16° | 2 |
Long-term averages from the national weather service's station record, as compiled on Wikipedia (Abu Dhabi). A rainy day has at least 1mm of rain.
Before you go
- You get a free visa on arrival, for up to 90 days in any 180.
- Your passport must expire at least 6 months after you arrive.
- There's a risk of attacks linked to tensions in the region: check the Foreign Office's latest advice before you travel.
From the Foreign Office's United Arab Emirates travel advice, checked on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so check it before you travel.