The short answer
When to go to Sharjah
The best window is November to March, with warm, dry days that suit walking the old town and the corniche. April and October are hot but workable if you keep outdoor plans to mornings and evenings. From May to September daytime highs are above 40 C, so use air-conditioned museums and visit the souks in the evening. Older travellers should avoid the midday heat in any month and keep a rest after lunch.
Month by month
Sharjah weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 13°C | 22 mm | Mild, dry days; ideal for walking the old town | |
| February | 27°C | 14°C | 12 mm | Pleasant and mostly dry | |
| March | 30°C | 16°C | 23 mm | Warm; outdoor sights still comfortable in the morning | |
| April | 35°C | 20°C | 5 mm | Hot afternoons; keep outdoor plans to mornings and evenings | |
| May | 40°C | 24°C | 0 mm | Very hot; museums and malls only at midday | |
| June | 42°C | 27°C | 1 mm | Intense heat; outdoor sightseeing is tiring | |
| July | 43°C | 29°C | 3 mm | Peak heat and humidity | |
| August | 43°C | 29°C | 0 mm | Peak heat and humidity | |
| September | 41°C | 26°C | 0 mm | Still very hot, especially in the afternoon | |
| October | 37°C | 22°C | 2 mm | Easing; evenings are pleasant | |
| November | 31°C | 18°C | 7 mm | Comfortable days; the start of the main season | |
| December | 27°C | 15°C | 18 mm | Cool, pleasant, occasional rain |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Sharjah seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Mild, dry days; ideal for walking the old town
- February: Pleasant and mostly dry
- November: Comfortable days; the start of the main season
- December: Cool, pleasant, occasional rain
Good, with small trade-offs: March
- March: Warm; outdoor sights still comfortable in the morning
Possible, with planning: April and October
- April: Hot afternoons; keep outdoor plans to mornings and evenings
- October: Easing; evenings are pleasant
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Very hot; museums and malls only at midday
- June: Intense heat; outdoor sightseeing is tiring
- July: Peak heat and humidity
- August: Peak heat and humidity
- September: Still very hot, especially in the afternoon
Useful answers
Best time to visit Sharjah: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Sharjah?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Sharjah, with March also good. The best window is November to March, with warm, dry days that suit walking the old town and the corniche. April and October are hot but workable if you keep outdoor plans to mornings and evenings. From May to September daytime highs are above 40 C, so use air-conditioned museums and visit the souks in the evening. Older travellers should avoid the midday heat in any month and keep a rest after lunch.
Which months should I avoid in Sharjah with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; museums and malls only at midday Intense heat; outdoor sightseeing is tiring
When does it rain most in Sharjah?
March is the wettest month, with about 23 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is July, with average highs around 43°C.