Month guide · Ras Al Khaimah · United Arab Emirates
Ras Al Khaimah in February
What February is really like in Ras Al Khaimah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Ras Al Khaimah. Expect average highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 14°C (57°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. Ideal for hiking, desert outings and the mountain attractions; the sea is cool but swimmable.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 25°C (77°F) / 14°C (57°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea temperature
- 22°C (72°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 11th-warmest month in Ras Al Khaimah: days average 25°C (77°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 14°C (57°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 28 days. Compared with January (24°C (75°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs climb to around 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:51
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:09
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Sea
- 22°C (72°F)
Autumn (October–November). The heat breaks, the sea is at its warmest and the outdoor season restarts.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Ras Al Khaimah Half Marathon (usually February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Shimal
Shimal and Sheba's Palace
On a rocky hilltop above the village of Shimal, north of the city, are the stone ruins of a fortified medieval palace locally named after the Queen of Sheba.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Views
- Free
- Off the beaten path
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 · Hajar Mountains
Wadi Shawka
A valley in the Hajar Mountains near the border with Fujairah, Wadi Shawka has marked hiking trails of varying lengths around a dam, rocky ridges and seasonal pools.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Free
Nature · Al Wadi Desert
Desert experiences at Al Wadi
Book a late-afternoon outing to see the dunes turn red at sunset.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Outdoors
- Couples
- Nature
- Photo spot
The sea averages 22°C (72°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Ras Al Khaimah.
What to pack
For highs near 25°C, lows near 14°C and 2 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Ras Al Khaimah?
It is one of the best months to visit Ras Al Khaimah. Ideal for hiking, desert outings and the mountain attractions; the sea is cool but swimmable.
+How warm is Ras Al Khaimah in February?
Average highs are around 25°C (77°F) and lows around 14°C (57°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ras Al Khaimah in February?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.