Coldest Cities in United Arab Emirates

Top 93 cities ranked by coldest cities

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Coldest Cities — United Arab Emirates

1 Maşfūţ 02 79°F

2 Ḩattā 03 79°F

3 Al Manāmah 02 80°F

4 Ţarīf Kalbā 04 80°F

5 Reef Al Fujairah City 04 80°F

6 Dibba Al-Fujairah 04 81°F

7 Mushayrif 02 81°F

8 Ar Rumaylah 02 81°F

9 Halwan 06 81°F

10 Sharjah 06 81°F

11 Ajman 02 81°F

12 Dibba Al-Hisn 04 81°F

13 Umm Al Quwain City 07 81°F

14 Al Sajaah 06 81°F

15 Al Jurf 02 81°F

16 Al Ḩamīdīyah 02 81°F

17 Lahbab 03 81°F

18 Al Qusais Second 03 81°F

19 Dubai Festival City 03 81°F

20 Al Twar 3 03 81°F

21 Al Twar First 03 81°F

22 AL Twar Second 03 81°F

23 Al Waheda 03 81°F

24 Al Warqaa 03 81°F

25 Ar Rāshidīyah 03 81°F

26 Hawr al ‘Anz 03 81°F

27 Al Qusais 1 03 81°F

28 Nadd al Ḩumr 03 81°F

29 Al Mizhar Second 03 81°F

30 Warīsān 03 81°F

31 Al Mizhar First 03 81°F

32 Al Majaz 06 81°F

33 Mirdif 03 81°F

34 Al Khawaneej 1 03 81°F

35 Al Khabaisi 03 81°F

36 Al Jazīrah al Ḩamrā’ 05 81°F

37 Jumayrā 03 81°F

38 Za'abeel 03 81°F

39 Downtown Dubai 03 81°F

40 Dubai International Financial Centre 03 81°F

41 Oud Metha 03 81°F

42 Nāyf 03 81°F

43 Mankhūl 03 81°F

44 Abū Hayl 03 81°F

45 Al Hudaiba 03 81°F

46 Al Wasl 03 81°F

47 Ar Riqqah 03 81°F

48 Al Safa 03 81°F

49 Al Muteena 03 81°F

50 Al Murar al Qadīm 03 81°F

51 Al Karama 03 81°F

52 As Saţwah 03 81°F

53 As Saţwah Sharq 03 81°F

54 Al Bada'a 03 81°F

55 Bur Dubai 03 81°F

56 Būr Sa‘īd 03 81°F

57 Business Bay 03 81°F

58 Dayrah 03 81°F

59 Dubai Silicon Oasis 03 81°F

60 International City 03 81°F

61 Adh Dhayd 06 82°F

62 Musaffah 01 82°F

63 Abu Dhabi 01 82°F

64 Sha'biyyat Al Hiyar 01 82°F

65 Ras Al Khaimah 05 82°F

66 Al Madam 06 82°F

67 DAMAC Hills 03 82°F

68 Umm Al Sheif 03 82°F

69 Umm Suqaym 03 82°F

70 Dubai 03 82°F

71 Dubai Motor City 03 82°F

72 Dubai Sports City 03 82°F

73 Zayed City 01 82°F

74 Al Shamkhah City 01 82°F

75 Al Furjan 03 82°F

76 Masdar City 01 82°F

77 Dubai Internet City 03 82°F

78 Dubai Investments Park 03 82°F

79 Dubai Marina 03 82°F

80 The Palm Jumeirah 03 82°F

81 Knowledge Village 03 82°F

82 Shakhbout City 01 82°F

83 Mohammed Bin Zayed City 01 82°F

84 Jebel Ali 03 82°F

85 Khalifah A City 01 82°F

86 Ar Ruways 01 82°F

87 Khawr Fakkān 06 82°F

88 Bani Yas City 01 82°F

89 Suwayḩān 01 83°F

90 Muzayri‘ 01 83°F

91 Fujairah 04 83°F

92 Al Ain City 01 83°F

93 Kalbā 06 83°F

The coldest cities in United Arab Emirates experience low average annual temperatures, with long winters and significant snowfall. Maşfūţ has an average annual temperature of just 79°F.

Cold-climate cities often feature distinct four-season lifestyles with winter sports, fall foliage, and summer outdoor recreation. Many residents value the seasonal changes and outdoor activities that come with colder climates, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice fishing.

Living in cold-climate cities typically means higher heating costs, the need for winter-ready vehicles and clothing, and seasonal challenges like snow removal. However, these cities often compensate with lower costs of living, less crowding, and strong community bonds forged through shared seasonal experiences.

Did You Know?

1. At 79°F average, Maşfūţ experiences temperatures well below freezing for months each year.
2. Cold-climate cities often have underground walkway systems, enclosed skyways, or heated bus shelters to help residents navigate harsh winters.
3. Despite the cold, many of these cities rank high in quality of life due to strong economies, good schools, and vibrant cultural scenes.

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