Season guide · Ras Al Khaimah · United Arab Emirates
Ras Al Khaimah in autumn
October–November: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
The heat breaks, the sea is at its warmest and the outdoor season restarts. Expect highs up to 35°C (95°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F), with about 1 rainy days across October–November. November is among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- October–November
- Temperatures
- 18°C (64°F) to 35°C (95°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 1
- Sea
- 27°C (81°F) to 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in autumn
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 35°C (95°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 | 11.5 h | 3/5 |
| November | 30°C (86°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 1 | 10.8 h | 4/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 33°C (91°F) against a yearly 33°C (91°F), and 1 of the year's roughly 10 rainy days fall in these 2 months. Crowds rate 4/5 and hotel prices 4/5 on average.
Make the most of the weather
Waterfront · Ras Al Khaimah City
Al Qawasim Corniche
Come at sunset and pick up karak chai from a nearby cafeteria.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- After dark
- Kids
Nature · Khatt
Khatt Hot Springs
In the village of Khatt, south-east of the city at the foot of the mountains, natural hot springs feed bathing pools long used by locals for their warm, mineral-rich water.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Off the beaten path
Nature · Hajar Mountains
Wadi Shawka
Hike between November and March, start early and carry plenty of water; there is little shade.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Free
Nature · Al Wadi Desert
Desert experiences at Al Wadi
The red dunes south of the city are used for dune drives, camel rides, falconry displays and evening desert dinners.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Nature
- Photo spot
Nature · Jebel Jais
Jebel Jais and the Viewing Deck Park
Drive up in the late afternoon for sunset over the ridges, and bring a jacket from November to March.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Views
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Free
Day trips in autumn
- Musandam (Khasab) (About 1 hour 30 minutes plus the border crossing) — Oman's Musandam peninsula has fjord-like inlets (khors) between steep mountains, explored on traditional dhow cruises from Khasab with stops for swimming and snorkelling and frequent dolphin sightings.
- Abu Dhabi (About 2 hours 30 minutes–3 hours by car) — A long day trip to the UAE capital covers the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Qasr Al Watan.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is autumn a good time to visit Ras Al Khaimah?
Yes: November is among the best months. The heat breaks, the sea is at its warmest and the outdoor season restarts.
+What is the weather like in Ras Al Khaimah in autumn?
Highs of up to 35°C (95°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F), with about 1 rainy days over the season.