Sharjah, United Arab Emirates experiences average highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 1 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Mar At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.4/10
Best: January, February, March, November, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 34°C / 23°C
Feels Like 35°C / 25°C
Rainy Days 1
Rainfall 7 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 60%
Wind Speed 21 km/h
Dew Point 20°C
Hottest Month
42°C
August
Avg Low30°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
15°C
January
Avg High24°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High40°C
Avg Low28°C
Windiest Month
23 km/h
May (Gusts 39)
Sea Temperature
22°C – 34°C
Warmest water: July (
34°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:29
Daylight 13.7h
Sunset 19:11
Live conditions—
Sharjah on the map · live conditions
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- City
- Sharjah
- Population
- 1.8M
- Coordinates
- 25.33°, 55.41°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 41°C
Avg Low 29°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 35°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 0 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 1 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 24°C / 15°C . Feb: 26°C / 16°C . Mar: 29°C / 18°C . Apr: 33°C / 21°C . May: 38°C / 25°C . Jun: 40°C / 28°C . Jul: 41°C / 30°C . Aug: 42°C / 30°C . Sep: 40°C / 28°C . Oct: 36°C / 24°C . Nov: 31°C / 20°C . Dec: 27°C / 17°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 16 mm. Feb: 10 mm. Mar: 24 mm. Apr: 16 mm. May: 2 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 2 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 2 mm. Nov: 2 mm. Dec: 9 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 66%. Feb: 66%. Mar: 62%. Apr: 55%. May: 53%. Jun: 55%. Jul: 55%. Aug: 55%. Sep: 59%. Oct: 62%. Nov: 63%. Dec: 67%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 23 km/h . May: 23 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 23 km/h . Aug: 22 km/h . Sep: 21 km/h . Oct: 20 km/h . Nov: 19 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 22°C . Feb: 22°C . Mar: 24°C . Apr: 26°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 33°C . Jul: 34°C . Aug: 34°C . Sep: 34°C . Oct: 32°C . Nov: 28°C . Dec: 25°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 6. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 9. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 41°C | Aug · 42°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 15°C | Jan · 15°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 30 mm | Mar · 24 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 24 km/h | May · 23 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Poor June
Poor July
Poor August
Poor September
Poor October
Fair November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 24°C / 15°C | 23°C / 14°C | 2days (16 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 66% Muggy | 5.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 26°C / 16°C | 25°C / 15°C | 1days (10 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 6.2 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 29°C / 18°C | 29°C / 18°C | 2days (24 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 33°C / 21°C | 34°C / 22°C | 1days (16 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 38°C / 25°C | 40°C / 27°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 12.2h Excellent | 53% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| June | 40°C / 28°C | 44°C / 32°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.4h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 41°C / 30°C | 46°C / 35°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 8.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 42°C / 30°C | 46°C / 35°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 55% Moderate | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 40°C / 28°C | 43°C / 32°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.1h Excellent | 59% Moderate | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 36°C / 24°C | 38°C / 28°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 6.8 High | Fair | View Details |
| November best | 31°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 0days (2 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 63% Muggy | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 17°C | 26°C / 17°C | 1days (9 mm) Excellent | 9.5h Good | 67% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
Compare Nearby City Climates
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Sharjah are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Sharjah, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Sharjah is August, with average daytime highs of 42°C (107°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Sharjah is January, with average overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Sharjah is March, averaging 24mm of precipitation across 2 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Sharjah receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Sharjah.
The least favorable months to visit Sharjah are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Sharjah is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Sharjah is 60%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Sharjah are 21 km/h (13 mph). The windiest month is May with peak winds reaching 23 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Sharjah averages 21 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 19%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Sharjah is 20°C (68°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Sharjah has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Sharjah ranges from 25°C (77°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Sharjah, with a climate score of 2.8/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Sharjah, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 40°C (105°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
Last updated: