Although the UAE will not witness a White Christmas, cooler December temperatures are letting residents enjoy outdoor festivities — with one important caveat. The UAE Christmas Day rain forecast confirms wet conditions across coastal and northern areas on both December 24 and 25, 2024, so anyone planning outdoor celebrations should come prepared.
Christmas Eve Weather Forecast
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) predicts mainly partly cloudy skies across the Emirates on December 24. Those heading to coastal regions or islands should carry an umbrella, as light rain cannot be ruled out.
Daytime temperatures will reach 24°C in Abu Dhabi and 25°C in Dubai, dropping to around 16°C overnight. Mountain areas can expect the mercury to dip as low as 5°C — pack layers if you are heading to Jebel Jais or the Hajar range.
High humidity is forecast for some internal regions during the night and early morning. Winds will be gentle to moderate, occasionally gusting from 10 to 40 km/h. The Arabian Gulf will see slight to moderate seas, with rough conditions possible at times.
Christmas Day Weather Forecast
Christmas Day brings deeper showers, particularly over coastal, northern, and eastern parts of the country. The NCM advises Abu Dhabi and Dubai residents to have an umbrella on hand. Daytime temperatures hold steady at 24°C, with overnight lows near 16°C.
Relative humidity rises again on Thursday night and into Friday morning, with the possibility of fog developing in sheltered inland areas. Wind speeds in the Arabian Gulf and Oman Sea will range from 10 to 35 km/h, with sea conditions remaining slight to moderate.
Key Advice for Christmas in the UAE
- Carry an umbrella for any outdoor plans on December 24 and 25. - Bring a jacket — coastal evenings can feel significantly cooler than the daytime high. - Monitor the latest NCM updates at ncm.ae before heading out. - Drive carefully on wet roads; standing water can form quickly on UAE highways after rain.
The weather may not cooperate perfectly, but the UAE's festive lights, markets, and holiday events are well worth braving a light shower. Wishing everyone safe and happy holidays.
