Dalma (island)

Island Inhabited Abu Dhabi island with historic fishing community

Off Abu Dhabi’s coast, Dalma Island hosts traditional fishing communities, archaeological sites and small villages; visitors arrive by ferry for beaches, local markets and observation of island life.

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Dalma (island)
24.5110, 52.3089

How to Get to Dalma (island) #

Dalma is reached by ferry from the mainland port of Jebel Dhanna (Abu Dhabi). Ferries and dhow services run periodically; check schedules with local operators and port authorities.

Tips for Visiting Dalma (island) #

  • Boat trips are the normal way to reach Dalma Island from Abu Dhabi-book through licensed operators and check tides.
  • The island is arid and remote-plan supplies and a clear itinerary, and let authorities know if camping overnight.
  • Respect local wildlife and archaeological sites; there are ancient stone structures and nesting bird colonies in places.

Best Time to Visit Dalma (island) #

Best visited in the cooler months (November-March); sea conditions are generally kinder in winter.

Winter
Nov-Mar · 18-26°C (64-79°F)
Cooler, pleasant weather for island visits and exploration.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 35-45°C (95-113°F)
Extremely hot and generally unsuitable for day visits.

Weather & Climate near Dalma (island) #

Climate

Dalma (island)'s climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 40°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
NovemberJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

94 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
21° 32°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 38°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

38°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
25° 38°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 45°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

45°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
28° 40°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 49°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.

68 Good

Comfort

49°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 41°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 48°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

48°
Feels Like Hot
35°C
Temperature
29° 40°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

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

82 Excellent

Comfort

40°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
27° 38°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is hot, feeling like 32°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
24° 35°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
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°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

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

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