Al Futaisi

Island Private island in Abu Dhabi emirate

An island southwest of Abu Dhabi with beaches and resort developments; visitors reach it by boat for day trips, swimming and small‑scale coastal wildlife viewing.

Al Futaisi is an island in the Persian Gulf within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It has been the site of private development and engineered landscaping rather than a public natural reserve.

The island contains resorts and large-scale private developments including artificial lagoons and landscaped areas; these features are the main draw rather than natural beaches or public facilities. Public access is limited in many areas due to private ownership and resort operations.

Historically the island was developed in the 21st century for private leisure use and tourism-related infrastructure; it is not a traditional inhabited settlement with a long historical record. Ownership and development have been driven by private investors and local authorities.

Al Futaisi lies off the Abu Dhabi coastline in the western Gulf, separated from the mainland by shallow waters of the inner Persian Gulf.

  • Access: Access is generally private or restricted on many parts of the island, with developed areas used for private tourism and resort facilities.
  • Location: Located in the Persian Gulf within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Al Futaisi
24.3667, 54.3167

How to Get to Al Futaisi #

Access is controlled and typically by private boat or charter from Abu Dhabi. Visits require prior permission or arrangements through operators; there is no regular public ferry service.

Tips for Visiting Al Futaisi #

  • If landing on Al Futaisi, plan logistics through licensed tour operators-private island access is tightly controlled.
  • Avoid snorkeling near reclaimed land and artificial beaches if concerned about environmental impact.
  • Respect local regulations-some areas are seasonal and closed to visitors.

Best Time to Visit Al Futaisi #

November-April is best for comfortable temperatures and sea conditions; summers are very hot.

Winter-Spring
November-April · 20-28°C
Pleasant temperatures and calm seas for yacht and boating visitors.
Summer
May-October · 35-45°C
Extremely hot; marine activities limited to early morning and late evening.

Weather & Climate near Al Futaisi #

Climate

Al Futaisi's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
NovemberJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
44°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 25°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 33°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 35°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
25° 38°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 40°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

41°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
27° 39°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 44°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

44°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 40°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 44°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

44°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
30° 41°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 38°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

38°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
27° 39°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 31°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 35°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 30°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

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