UAE weather: Experts have revealed when summer will end
While there are a zillion fun indoor activities that are cool (in more ways than one), you may be wondering, 'How long does summer actually last in Abu Dhabi?'
And with temperatures soaring near record highs around the country already, we've got the intel on when it will end.
How long will summer last in Abu Dhabi?
Astronomically, it has been confirmed that summer will end on Monday September 22 in Abu Dhabi, meaning this year's summer period is exactly three months and one day long. 93 days in total, if you want to be precise.
Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Board Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society and member of the Arab Union for Space and Astronomy Sciences, confirmed the duration of the UAE summer for 2025.
He said: 'Summer will begin astronomically on June 21 with the summer solstice and will last for three months until September 23.
'During this period, temperatures will range between 41 and 43 degrees Celsius, accompanied by dry conditions and active winds.'
He continued, 'The UAE will experience its longest daylight hours between June 18 and 24, reaching up to 13 hours and 43 minutes.'
After the summer solstice, we can start to look forward to the autumnal equinox, which will happen on Tuesday September 23.
Beat the heat with these Abu Dhabi summer activities
Head indoors for some activities with AC
Let's face it – when the pavements are almost melting, any plans involving the great outdoors are officially cancelled.
But don't panic. Just because the weather's taking a scorcher turn doesn't mean your social calendar has to dry up – there are numerous things to do indoors in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi is serving up an air-conditioned playground of epic proportions, packed with pulse-raising adventures, world-class dining, cultural heavy-hitters and cool-as-a-cucumber dessert drops.
Find out about the 27 best things to do indoors this summer in Abu Dhabi, here.
Hit the slopes at Snow Abu Dhabi
Credit: supplied
Literally the coolest establishment in the city, Snow Abu Dhabi is now welcoming visitors to its snowy slopes. Little ones will love the sleigh rides, Polar Express Train, and Crystal Carousel, while older kids can whizz around the park on a suspended roll-glider ride or bounce down a snowy hill in a giant inflatable ball.
Dhs200 (snow park pass), Dhs265 (snow premium pass). Open Sun-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sat 10am-midnight. Level 2, Reem Mall, Reem Island, skidxb.com.
Have fun at Central
With delicious burgers and shakes, cool arcade games and a bowling alley, you can be assured of hours of fun at this popular spot in Yas Bay. It's an easy-on-the-pocket outing too: arcade games are half-price Monday to Thursday, from 4pm to 7pm.
Prices vary. Open Mon-Thu 4pm-midnight; Fri-Sat noon-2am; Sun noon-midnight. Yas Bay Waterfront, central-uae.com.
Keep cool in the pool with a day (or a night) swim
(Credit: Ilios)
As the temperature rises, one of the best things to do is head to one of Abu Dhabi's beach clubs. Many pools around the capital are temperature-controlled to keep you cool and you can enjoy great day offers.
To make your experience even cooler, head for a night swim to see the sunset or even after the sun goes down. ILIOS in Surf Abu Dhabi has launched 'Because It's Her' ladies' day, running from 4pm to 7pm every Friday, where you can get free-flowing drinks for Dhs145 or go for the soft package at Dhs125.
Café del Mar in Yas Island also offers night swims during the week. On Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Noches Del Mar will get you free-flowing drinks for Dhs299 between 8pm and 11pm. On Wednesdays, ladies get unlimited drinks plus a bite for Dhs100, and gents can join the party for Dhs150 (3 drinks plus a bite).
Make a splash at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
The waterpark has loads of fun activities to keep young and old entertained for an entire day with more than 40 splashy rides, various pools, and immersive aqua experiences. And to make things even more interesting, their massive expansion is opening this summer, with 12 shiny new attractions coming soon.
Dhs295 (adult day pass). Opening hours vary. Yas Waterworld, Yas Island, yaswaterworld.com (600 511 115).
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