Month guide · Ras Al Khaimah · United Arab Emirates
Ras Al Khaimah in May
What May is really like in Ras Al Khaimah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: almarjanisland.com, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
May is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 38°C (100°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 13.4 hours of daylight. Very hot by midday; Jebel Jais is the coolest escape.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 38°C (100°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 13.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in May
May is the 5th-warmest month in Ras Al Khaimah: days average 38°C (100°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with April (33°C (91°F)), May is warmer; by June highs climb to around 40°C (104°F).
- Sunrise (15 May)
- About 05:30
- Sunset (15 May)
- About 18:54
- Daylight
- About 13.4 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Winter (December–February). Warm, sunny days and cool nights; peak season for beaches, hiking and desert trips, and cold at altitude.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, May rates 2 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in December). That makes May one of the better-value months to book.
Events in May
May has no major recurring festival in Ras Al Khaimah, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in May
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Beach · Al Marjan Island
Al Marjan Island beaches
Buy a resort day pass on a weekday for the quietest beach and pool access.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Couples
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 · 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
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Ras Al Khaimah.
What to pack
For highs near 38°C, lows near 24°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is May a good time to visit Ras Al Khaimah?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Ras Al Khaimah in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is May a good time to visit Ras Al Khaimah?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Very hot by midday; Jebel Jais is the coolest escape.
+How warm is Ras Al Khaimah in May?
Average highs are around 38°C (100°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ras Al Khaimah in May?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.